Edim chord on piano
E Diminished. Notes: E, G and Bb.
How to play Edim
- Find E at or above middle C. That is the root.
- Add G and Bb above it, skipping the keys in between.
- Right hand fingering: 1-3-5 (thumb, middle, pinky). Left hand: 5-3-1 (pinky, middle, thumb).
Notes
Edim inversions
An inversion moves the lowest note up an octave. Same notes, smoother jumps between chords.
Root position
E · G · Bb1st inversion
G · Bb · E2nd inversion
Bb · E · GNotes and theory
The diminished triad stacks two minor thirds. It sounds tense and unstable and is mostly used as a passing chord. The formula is 1 b3 b5, and you will also see it written as E° and Eo.
Keys that use Edim
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All E piano chordsdiminished chords in every key
Questions
What notes are in the Edim chord?
Edim (E diminished) is made of three notes: E (root), G (minor third) and Bb (diminished fifth).
How do you play Edim on piano?
Play E, G and Bb together. With the right hand use fingers 1-3-5 (thumb, middle, pinky); with the left hand use 5-3-1 (pinky, middle, thumb).
What are the inversions of Edim?
Root position: E G Bb. 1st inversion: G Bb E. 2nd inversion: Bb E G.
What key is Edim in?
Edim belongs to 2 keys: F major (as the vii° chord) and D minor (as the ii° chord).
What does a diminished chord sound like?
The diminished triad stacks two minor thirds. It sounds tense and unstable and is mostly used as a passing chord.