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
E major chord
E is a major chord with the notes E, G♯, B.
E1
G♯3
B5
Intervals
| Note | Interval | Semitones |
|---|---|---|
| E | root | 0 |
| G♯ | major 3rd | 4 |
| B | perfect 5th | 7 |
Inversions
| Root position | E – G♯ – B | |
| 1st inversion | G♯ – B – E (E/G♯) | |
| 2nd inversion | B – E – G♯ (E/B) |