Dim inverted chord - piano
Diminished chord inversions exploit its symmetrical structure. Each inversion maintains the characteristic tritone tension and facilitates harmonic resolutions.
Intervals
| Degree | I | ♭III | ♭V |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interval | Root | Minor third | Diminished fifth |
| Semitones | 0 | 3 | 6 |
Formula 1 - ♭3 - ♭5
Theory
The diminished chord is symmetrical (stacked minor thirds). Its inversions are harmonically interchangeable, offering great flexibility for chromatic passages.
Examples
Example: Do Dim inverted
