Am(maj7) chord on ukulele
A Minor Major Seventh. Notes: A, C, E and G#.
How to play Am(maj7)
- Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#).
- Let the open C, E and A strings ring.
- Strum all four strings.
Lowest note: G#Strings played: 4 of 4Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play Am(maj7)
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyFret 2 position
EasyBarre at fret 5
HardBarre at fret 9
HardNotes and theory
Aroot
Cb3 · minor third
E5 · perfect fifth
G#7 · major seventh
The minor-major seventh puts a major seventh on a minor triad. It is the classic spy-movie and Bond-theme chord. The formula is 1 b3 5 7, and you will also see it written as Ammaj7, AmM7 and Am/maj7.
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Questions
What notes are in the Am(maj7) chord?
Am(maj7) (A minor major seventh) is made of four notes: A (root), C (minor third), E (perfect fifth) and G# (major seventh).
How do you play Am(maj7) on ukulele?
The easiest Am(maj7) is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#). Let the open C, E and A strings ring. Strum all four strings.
Is Am(maj7) hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 1 fretted note plus open strings.
What does a minor major seventh chord sound like?
The minor-major seventh puts a major seventh on a minor triad. It is the classic spy-movie and Bond-theme chord.