C#7 Guitar Chord - Guitar Chords Chart
Welcome to our tutorial on the C# 7 chord. This chord, belonging to the Dominant Chords family, is composed of the notes C#, E#, G#, and B. The intervals that make up this chord are 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), 5 (Perfect Fifth), and b7 (Minor Seventh).
The C# 7 chord is a complex and rich sound, often used in a variety of music genres. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of playing this chord with diagrams and fretboard patterns that highlight the tones composing the chord. By the end of this guide, you will have a firm grasp on how to play and incorporate the C# 7 chord into your guitar playing.
If you're unfamiliar with the concept of intervals and how they build chords, we recommend checking out our tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals. This will provide a solid foundation for understanding the structure of the C# 7 chord and other chords in general.
As a dominant chord, the C# 7 has a unique and compelling sound. You can learn more about dominant chords and their role in music in our tutorial about dominant (7) guitar chords.
Remember, practice makes perfect. So, get your guitar ready and let's dive into the world of the C# 7 chord. Happy strumming!
Notes of the C# 7 chord:
How the Dominant Seventh chord is built:
Guitar Patterns for the C# Dominant Seventh chord
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Position 1
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Position 6
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Position 7
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Position 8
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Position 9
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Position 10
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Position 11
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FAQ
What are the specific notes that form a C#7 chord?
The C#7 chord is composed of four distinct notes: C# (the root), E# (the major third), G# (the perfect fifth), and B (the minor seventh).
Which intervals define the structure of a C#7 chord?
The C#7 chord is defined by its characteristic intervals: the root (1), a major third (3), a perfect fifth (5), and a minor seventh (b7).
Why is the C#7 chord classified as a 'Dominant Chord'?
The C#7 chord belongs to the dominant chord family because it contains both a major third and a minor seventh interval. This specific intervallic combination creates a harmonic tension often used to lead back to a tonic chord in music.
What contributes to the 'complex and rich sound' of the C#7 chord?
The complex and rich sound of the C#7 chord primarily stems from the interplay between its major third (E#) and minor seventh (B). This particular combination of intervals generates a unique harmonic tension and depth that is highly characteristic of dominant chords.
Why is the third note of the C#7 chord spelled as E# instead of F?
The third note of the C#7 chord is correctly spelled as E# (E-sharp) to maintain its theoretical relationship as a major third interval above C#. While E# and F are enharmonically the same pitch, using E# preserves the clear intervallic structure derived from the C# major scale.
How does knowing the intervals help in playing the C#7 chord on the guitar?
Understanding the intervals (root, major third, perfect fifth, minor seventh) helps you identify the exact notes (C#, E#, G#, B) on the fretboard. This knowledge allows you to not just memorize a single chord shape, but to build and understand various voicings of the C#7 chord across different positions on the guitar neck.