Play the major inverted chord on guitar

Major chord inversions place a note other than the root in the bass. The 1st inversion (third in bass) and 2nd inversion (fifth in bass) offer varied harmonic colors and facilitate smooth progressions.

Chord composition

IIIIV
RootMajor thirdPerfect fifth
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Formula 1 - 3 - 5

Theory

An inversion moves the root upward. 1st inversion: third-fifth-root (3-5-1). 2nd inversion: fifth-root-third (5-1-3). Inversions create melodic bass lines and smoother harmonic progressions.

Play the major inverted chord on the guitar

The Major inverted chord positions on guitar

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