Gm chord on piano
G Minor. Notes: G, Bb and D.
How to play Gm
- Find G just below middle C. That is the root.
- Add Bb and D 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
Gm inversions
An inversion moves the lowest note up an octave. Same notes, smoother jumps between chords.
Root position
G · Bb · D1st inversion
Bb · D · G2nd inversion
D · G · BbNotes and theory
The minor triad swaps the major third for a minor third, which gives it a darker, sadder color. The formula is 1 b3 5, and you will also see it written as Gmin and G-.
Keys that use Gm
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All G piano chordsminor chords in every key
Questions
What notes are in the Gm chord?
Gm (G minor) is made of three notes: G (root), Bb (minor third) and D (perfect fifth).
How do you play Gm on piano?
Play G, Bb and D 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 Gm?
Root position: G Bb D. 1st inversion: Bb D G. 2nd inversion: D G Bb.
What is the difference between Gm and G?
Only the third changes. G major uses a major third and sounds bright; G minor lowers that note by a half step, which makes it sound darker. The root and the fifth stay the same.
What key is Gm in?
Gm belongs to 6 keys: E flat major (as the iii chord), F major (as the ii chord), B flat major (as the vi chord), C minor (as the v chord), D minor (as the iv chord) and G minor (as the i chord).
What does a minor chord sound like?
The minor triad swaps the major third for a minor third, which gives it a darker, sadder color.