Fm7b5
notes
The chord Fm7b5 is made up of these notes:
F
G#
B
D#
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strum
The F minor seven flat five chord (fm7b5) is an intriguing and somewhat mysterious-sounding chord. It consists of four notes: F, G#, B, and D#. Think of it as starting with a root note, F, then adding a slightly dark twist with a minor third (G#), followed by a diminished fifth (B), and rounded off with a minor seventh (D#). This chord is often found in jazz and blues, where musicians use it to add a touch of tension or to transition smoothly between more stable chords. In a song, it can create a sense of unresolved emotion or anticipation, making it a powerful tool for composers aiming to evoke a deeper emotional response.
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
D#4
F4
Inversion 2
B3
D#4
F4
G#4
Inversion 3
D#4
F4
G#4
B4