Minor Seventh Chord
The minor seventh chord adds a minor seventh to the minor triad, creating a smooth, mellow sound. It is ubiquitous in jazz, R&B, and funk as both a chord of repose and a stepping stone in progressions.
Symbol: m7, min7, -7
Formula: 1-♭3-5-♭7
C Minor Seventh Chord: C – D♯ – G – A♯
Choose a Root
Interval Formula
| Degree | Interval | Semitones from Root | Note (C Minor Seventh Chord) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Root (1) | 0 | C |
| ♭3 | Minor 3rd (♭3) | 3 | D♯ |
| 5 | Perfect 5th (5) | 7 | G |
| ♭7 | Minor 7th (♭7) | 10 | A♯ |