E7
notes
The chord E7 is made up of these notes:
E
G#
B
D
play
strum
The E dominant seventh chord (E7) is an exciting and versatile chord made up of four notes: E, G#, B, and D. It starts with a strong root note, E, followed by a major third, G#, which gives it a bright, uplifting quality. The perfect fifth, B, adds stability, while the minor seventh, D, introduces a touch of tension. This chord is a staple in blues, rock, and jazz, often used to add a bit of edge or anticipation to a song. You'll commonly find it leading back to the root chord, creating a satisfying resolution in a chord progression. It's a great chord for injecting energy and movement into your 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
G#3
B3
D4
E4
Inversion 2
B3
D4
E4
G#4
Inversion 3
D4
E4
G#4
B4