How to play a C7 chord on piano
In this lesson you’ll learn how to play every variation of a chord of C7 on piano, including its root position, first inversion and second inversion.
C7 - Root position
C7 on piano
The notes required to play a chord of C7 on piano are as follows:
- C
- E
- G
- Bb
For the standard root position of C7, use your left hand to play two C notes, one octave apart. Then play a triad chord with your right hand, using the remaining notes of E, G and Bb.
Here's how it sounds:
C7 - First inversion
Also written as C7/E
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C7 - Second inversion
Also written as C7/G
Here's how it sounds:
