C#m
notes
The chord C#m is made up of these notes:
C#
E
G#
play
strum
The C# minor chord (c#m) is a staple in many music genres, offering a touch of melancholy and depth. Built from three notes: C#, E, and G#, this chord consists of a root, a minor third, and a perfect fifth. Its slightly sombre tone is perfect for adding emotional weight in pop, rock, and classical music. Often, musicians use the c#m chord to evoke a sense of longing or introspection, fitting beautifully in chord progressions that require a smooth transition from hope to reflection. Its presence in a song can subtly shift the mood, making it a versatile tool for storytelling through music.
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
G#3
C#4
Inversion 2
G#3
C#4
E4