Dominant 7th
Click keys to experiment with the chord
1 – 3 – 5 – b7
Intervals: 0 semitones, 4 semitones, 7 semitones, 10 semitones
The C7 chord sounds bluesy, restless, and wanting to resolve. It is built from the notes C, E, G, A#, stacking 4 tones to create its distinctive sound. This chord is commonly heard in jazz, rock, and funk.
Notes: C – E – G – A# | Formula: 1 – 3 – 5 – b7
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