Understand and Play the C#7sus4 Guitar Chord
The C# 7sus4 chord, a member of the suspended chords family and also functioning as a dominant chord, is constructed from the notes C#, F#, G#, and B. These represent the intervals Root (1), Perfect Fourth (4), Perfect Fifth (5), and Minor Seventh (b7). To truly grasp its sound and structure, explore the interactive fretboard tool at the top of this page. You can visualize every possible fingering, hear the chord played as a strum or arpeggio, and verify your playing with real-time microphone feedback, ensuring accuracy as you learn.
As a suspended chord, the C# 7sus4 creates a unique sound, often building tension or anticipation without a definitive third, which typically dictates major or minor quality. This makes it a powerful compositional tool. To dive deeper into how these chords function, explore our guide on Suspended Chords, and for its dominant qualities, visit our page on the Dominant Chord family. Understanding the Chord Construction behind such intricate voicings will greatly expand your musical vocabulary.
Below, you'll discover numerous C# 7sus4 chord diagrams, carefully ranked from the easiest open positions to more challenging movable shapes, alongside detailed music theory, popular songs featuring this chord, and the musical keys where it commonly appears. Before exploring these static diagrams, commit to disciplined practice with the interactive tool above. Set a comfortable tempo with the built-in drum tool, play the chord, and let the real-time mic feedback guide your hands. This focused approach is essential for internalizing new chords effectively.
Notes in the C# 7sus4 chord:
How the Dominant Seventh Suspended Fourth chord is built:
C#7sus4 Guitar Chord Diagrams
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FAQ
What notes are included in the C# 7sus4 guitar chord?
The C# 7sus4 chord is composed of the specific notes C#, F#, G#, and B. These are the fundamental building blocks for this particular suspended chord.
What intervals define the structure of a C# 7sus4 chord?
The C# 7sus4 chord is built from the intervals of a Root (1), a Perfect Fourth (4), a Perfect Fifth (5), and a Minor Seventh (b7). For the C# 7sus4, these correspond to C#, F#, G#, and B, respectively.
Why is the C# 7sus4 classified as a 'suspended' chord?
The C# 7sus4 chord is a suspended chord because, unlike traditional major or minor chords, it does not contain a major or minor third. Instead, the third is 'suspended' by a Perfect Fourth, giving it a unique open and unresolved sound.
What is the musical function of the C# 7sus4 chord, and when is it typically used?
The C# 7sus4 chord offers a distinctive sound that can create suspense or provide resolution in a musical context. It is also categorized as a dominant chord and is frequently utilized in jazz and blues progressions to add harmonic interest.
Why is the C# 7sus4 chord considered more advanced than beginner chords?
The C# 7sus4 chord is considered more advanced due to its specific interval structure (1, 4, 5, b7) and its suspended quality, meaning it deviates from the simpler major or minor third found in most beginner chords. Understanding and applying its unique sound can be a step up in guitar harmony.