C#dim
notes
The chord C#dim is made up of these notes:
C#
E
G
play
strum
The C# diminished chord (C#dim) is an intriguing and tense-sounding chord made up of three notes: C#, E, and G. It's built with a root, a flatted third, and a flatted fifth, giving it a unique, unsettling quality that often conveys suspense or tension in music. You’ll commonly encounter C#dim in genres like classical, jazz, and some forms of rock, where it adds a dramatic flair or a sense of anticipation. This chord is frequently used to transition between more stable chords in a progression, creating a momentary feeling of instability that resolves beautifully when the next chord is played, adding a layer of depth and intrigue to the piece.
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
E3
G3
C#4
Inversion 2
G3
C#4
E4