How to build a major chord
A major triad stacks a major 3rd and a minor 3rd: root, major 3rd and perfect 5th. It is the most common chord in Western music.
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Chord
C major chord
C is a major chord with the notes C, E, G.
C1
E3
G5
Intervals
| Note | Interval | Semitones |
|---|---|---|
| C | root | 0 |
| E | major 3rd | 4 |
| G | perfect 5th | 7 |
Inversions
| Root position | C – E – G | |
| 1st inversion | E – G – C (C/E) | |
| 2nd inversion | G – C – E (C/G) |