E7sus4
notes
The chord E7sus4 is made up of these notes:
E
A
B
D
play
strum
The E7 suspended fourth chord, or E7sus4, is a fascinating blend of tension and resolution, crafted from four notes: E, A, B, and D. It begins with E as the root, followed by A, which gives it a suspended quality, B, and finally D, which adds a seventh. This chord creates a sense of anticipation and is often used in rock, pop, and classical music to add drama or build-up before resolving to a more stable chord. In a chord progression, E7sus4 serves as a bridge, creating an unresolved, airy feeling that invites the listener to anticipate the next musical movement, often leading smoothly into a resolution that feels satisfying and complete.
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
A3
B3
D4
E4
Inversion 2
B3
D4
E4
A4
Inversion 3
D4
E4
A4
B4