Minor-Major Seventh Chord
The minor-major seventh chord combines a minor triad with a major seventh, creating a uniquely tense sound. It appears in descending bass lines and is characteristic of film noir and jazz.
Symbol: mMaj7, m△7
Formula: 1-♭3-5-7
C Minor-Major Seventh Chord: C – D# – G – B
Choose a Root
C Minor-Major Seventh Chord G Minor-Major Seventh Chord D Minor-Major Seventh Chord A Minor-Major Seventh Chord E Minor-Major Seventh Chord B Minor-Major Seventh Chord F# Minor-Major Seventh Chord F Minor-Major Seventh Chord Bb Minor-Major Seventh Chord Eb Minor-Major Seventh Chord Ab Minor-Major Seventh Chord Db Minor-Major Seventh Chord
Interval Formula
| Degree | Interval | Semitones from Root | Note (C Minor-Major Seventh Chord) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Root (1) | 0 | C |
| ♭3 | Minor 3rd (♭3) | 3 | D# |
| 5 | Perfect 5th (5) | 7 | G |
| 7 | Major 7th (7) | 11 | B |
Related Chords
Common Progressions
- i-imaj7-i7-iv