What is a Cmajor Chord?
Cmajor
Cmajor Major
String-by-String
E
×
A
3
D
2
G
0
B
1
e
0
Cmajor Major is a major chord consisting of the root C, the major third E, and the perfect fifth G. It produces a bright, happy sound and is one of the most fundamental chords in music.
Intervals
RootMajor 3rdPerfect 5th
Notes
CEG
Why does Cmajor sound bright and stable?
The Cmajor Major chord gets its bright and stable character from the combination of its root, major 3rd, perfect 5th. The specific intervals between the notes C, E, Gcreate the harmonic tension and color that define this chord's unique sonic signature.
How to use Cmajor?
Cmajor is commonly used in progressions across many genres. Try substituting it where you would normally play a standard C chord for added harmonic interest. It pairs well with other chords in the key of C and can serve as both a foundation and a color chord depending on the context.