A7sus4
notes
The chord A7sus4 is made up of these notes:
A
D
E
G
play
strum
The A7 suspended fourth chord (A7sus4) is like a little mystery in music, with its intriguing mix of notes: A, D, E, and G. Picture it as a story that starts with a strong root note, A, adds a bit of suspense with D, and then resolves into E, but with the twist of G adding a bluesy tension. Unlike regular A7 chords, the suspended fourth here replaces the typical third, creating a sound that's both open and unresolved. You'll often find A7sus4 in genres like rock and folk, where it can add a dramatic pause or lead into something more defined. This chord is perfect for moments in a song that need a touch of suspense or anticipation, drawing listeners in and making them curious to hear what comes next.
InversionsChord inversions refer to the different ways you can play a chord by rearranging the order of its notes. When a chord is inverted, one or more notes are shifted up an octave, changing the "bass" or lowest note of the chord. Even though the notes remain the same, the overall sound and feel of the chord changes depending on which note is the lowest.
Inversion 1
D4
E4
G4
A4
Inversion 2
E4
G4
A4
D5
Inversion 3
G4
A4
D5
E5