Guitar Chord Dictionary: D# Minor Major Seventh Chords
Welcome to our tutorial on the D# m(maj7) chord. This chord belongs to the family of Minor Chords, and is composed of the notes D#, F#, A#, and C##. The intervals that build this chord are 1, b3, 5, and 7, also known as the Root, Minor Third, Perfect Fifth, and Major Seventh, respectively.
To fully understand the construction of this chord, it's important to grasp the concept of fretboard intervals. This knowledge will help you to understand the structure of the D# m(maj7) chord and how it is built by stacking these intervals.
Our tutorial on chord notation can also be a useful resource, as it explains how we denote chords depending on the intervals that compose them.
As you advance in your guitar journey, you might find yourself exploring more complex chords like the D# m(maj7). Our tutorial on intermediate guitar chords can provide further insight into these more advanced chords.
Finally, if you're interested in how this chord can be used in songwriting or composition, check out our tutorial on jazz chord progressions. The D# m(maj7) chord is often used in these progressions, providing a jazzy, sophisticated sound.
Remember, understanding the theory behind the chords you play will greatly improve your guitar skills and musical knowledge. So, let's dive into the D# m(maj7) chord and start learning!
Notes that compose the D# m(maj7) chord:
D#F#A#C##
Tones in the Minor Major Seventh chord:
D# Minor Major Seventh Guitar Chord Voicings
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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)
Complete Fretboard Map of D# m(maj7) chord tones
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. Some shapes will sound good, some less, let your ears decide!