![]() ![]() So, the three notes of the C minor chord are: It completely changes the identity and sound of the chord. Now you may think this won’t make much of a difference but in fact this single alteration leads to a significant change in the emotional impact of the chord. To put it another way, in a C minor chord the third has been lowered by a half step / semitone. It is the third that is different: the C major chord’s third is an E but the C minor chord’s third is an E-flat. ![]() Both chords share the same root note (C), and both share the same fifth (G). In terms of notation there is just one very important difference between a C major chord and a C minor chord. To understand how the C minor chord is formed we will first compare it to the construction of a C major chord. Once you have understood the basics behind this three-note chord you will be able to change the positioning of these three notes to create what we call a chord inversion. It’s one of the most emotional chords in existence – one of Adele’s biggest hits, ‘Rollin’ in the Deep’ uses a lot of C minor chords, which really add to the emotional intensity of the song. The C minor chord has long been associated with sombreness, so you will frequently find it in sad love songs. To make it a 7th chord add in a flatted 7th.No credit card details required Start your piano journey now! What is the C minor chord? Notice how the augmented chord leads to the F chord? Augmented 7th Chords Try playing C (C E G) then Caug (C E G#) then F (F A C). There is no set rule for when they are used, but a common time is when leading to another chord. When playing an augmented chord by itself, you might wonder when someone would ever want to use them in a progression. You can also look at the intervals going off of the root note:Ĭ to G# = Augmented 5th (Aug5) When to Use Augmented Chords If you are looking at it with your theory hat on (I’m not exactly sure what that hat would look like) then play two intervals together: Major 3rd + Major 3rd. *Members can click this link for video lessons about augmented chords. The secret to playing an augmented chord is taking a major chord (triad) and raising the top note up a half step. ![]()
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