Am7
notes
The chord Am7 is made up of these notes:
A
C
E
G
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strum
The A minor seventh chord (Am7) is a wonderfully expressive chord made up of four notes: A, C, E, and G. It's built from a starting note of A, followed by a smaller third step to C, a larger fifth step to E, and finally a gentle seventh step to G. This combination gives it a rich, slightly melancholic sound that's perfect for adding depth to a piece. You'll often hear Am7 in jazz, blues, or acoustic ballads, where it can create a laid-back, soulful atmosphere. In musical progressions, it serves as a smooth, emotive transition, often helping to bridge the gap between more upbeat chords or enhancing the emotional tone of a song.
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
C4
E4
G4
A4
Inversion 2
E4
G4
A4
C5
Inversion 3
G4
A4
C5
E5