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
G major chord
G is a major chord with the notes G, B, D.
G1
B3
D5
Intervals
| Note | Interval | Semitones |
|---|---|---|
| G | root | 0 |
| B | major 3rd | 4 |
| D | perfect 5th | 7 |
Inversions
| Root position | G – B – D | |
| 1st inversion | B – D – G (G/B) | |
| 2nd inversion | D – G – B (G/D) |