Cm(maj7) Chord on Guitar: How To Play the C Minor Major Seventh chord
Welcome to our tutorial on the C m(maj7) chord, a fascinating member of the Minor Chords family. This chord is built from the notes C, Eb, G, and B, which are derived from the intervals 1, b3, 5, and 7. These intervals, also known as the Root, Minor Third, Perfect Fifth, and Major Seventh, create a rich and complex sound that is distinctive of this chord.
To understand how these intervals are stacked to form the C m(maj7) chord, you might want to check out our tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals. This will provide you with a solid foundation in music theory, which is essential for mastering the guitar.
Our tutorial will guide you through playing the C m(maj7) chord, using detailed chord diagrams and fretboard patterns. These will clearly demonstrate the tones that compose the chord, helping you to visualise and understand its structure. If you're not familiar with reading these diagrams and patterns, our tutorial on chord notation can be a helpful starting point.
The C m(maj7) chord is a bit more advanced than beginner chords, so if you're looking for a challenge or wanting to expand your chord knowledge, you're in the right place. For more advanced chords, you might want to explore our intermediate guitar chord tutorial.
Finally, if you're curious about how this chord fits into larger pieces of music, our tutorial on jazz chord progressions often employs the use of maj7, m7 and 7 chord types, including our C m(maj7).
Let's dive into the world of the C m(maj7) chord and explore its unique sound and structure. Happy playing!
Notes of the C m(maj7) chord:
CEbGB
Chord structure of the Minor Major Seventh chord:
C Minor Major Seventh Guitar Chord Diagrams
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You can also use this accessible chords page with written diagrams instruction.
Position 1
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Position 2
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Position 3
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Play This Chord With Other Roots
C m(maj7) | D m(maj7) | E m(maj7) | F m(maj7) | G m(maj7) | A m(maj7) | B m(maj7) | C#m(maj7) | D#m(maj7) | F#m(maj7) | G#m(maj7) | A#m(maj7) | Abm(maj7) | Bbm(maj7) | Dbm(maj7) | Ebm(maj7) | Gbm(maj7)
How to create your own C m(maj7) chord fingerings
You can create any fingering you like on any part of the fretboard, just play some of the chord tones shown in the map below.