Em(maj7) chord
E minor major 7th
C4
E
G
B
C5
D#
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Notes
- ER
- Gb3
- B5
- D#7
Formula: R – b3 – 5 – 7
Em(maj7) inversions
The same notes, with a different note in the bass.
Root position Em(maj7)
C4
E
G
B
C5
D#
1st inversion Em(maj7)/G
C4
G
B
C5
D#
E
2nd inversion Em(maj7)/B
C4
B
C5
D#
E
G
3rd inversion Em(maj7)/D#
C5
D#
E
G
B
C6
More E chords
Minor major 7th chords in other keys
FAQ
What notes are in the Em(maj7) chord?
The E minor major 7th chord (Em(maj7)) has 4 notes: E, G, B and D#.
How do you play Em(maj7) on the piano?
Put your right hand on E, G, B and D#, starting from E. A common fingering for three-note chords is thumb (1), middle finger (3) and little finger (5).
What is the formula of a minor major 7th chord?
R – b3 – 5 – 7 (in semitones from the root: 0, 3, 7, 11).