Em7b5
notes
The chord Em7b5 is made up of these notes:
E
G
A#
D
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strum
The E minor seven flat five chord (Em7b5) is a unique and intriguing sound that captures a blend of minor melancholy with a touch of tension. It comprises four notes: E, G, A#, and D. This chord starts with E, followed by G, the minor third, then A#, which adds a sharp twist, and finally D, lending a soft, minor seventh touch. Often found in jazz and blues, the Em7b5 chord is used to create suspense or lead into a resolution, acting as a stepping stone to other chords. Its role in progressions is to add colour and complexity, giving the music an unexpected and appealing twist.
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
G3
A#3
D4
E4
Inversion 2
A#3
D4
E4
G4
Inversion 3
D4
E4
G4
A#4