C#m(maj7) chord on ukulele
C Sharp Minor Major Seventh, also written Dbm(maj7). Notes: C#, E, G# and C.
How to play C#m(maj7)
- Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#).
- Put your middle finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 1 (C#).
- Put your pinky finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 3 (C).
- Let the open E string ring.
- Strum all four strings.
All 4 ways to play C#m(maj7)
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyBarre at fret 4
MediumFret 6 position
MediumBarre at fret 4
MediumNotes and theory
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 C#mmaj7, C#mM7 and C#m/maj7. Strictly by music theory the notes are spelled C#, E, G# and B#; B# is the same key as C.
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Questions
What notes are in the C#m(maj7) chord?
C#m(maj7) (C sharp minor major seventh) is made of four notes: C# (root), E (minor third), G# (perfect fifth) and C (major seventh).
How do you play C#m(maj7) on ukulele?
The easiest C#m(maj7) is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#). Put your middle finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 1 (C#). Put your pinky finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 3 (C).
Is C#m(maj7) hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 3 fretted notes 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.