m7 inverted chord - piano
m7 chord inversions combine the dark color of minor with the soft tension of the minor seventh. Fundamental in modal jazz and funk.
Intervals
| Degree | I | ♭III | V | ♭VII |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interval | Root | Minor third | Perfect fifth | Minor seventh |
| Semitones | 0 | 3 | 7 | 10 |
Formula 1 - ♭3 - 5 - ♭7
Theory
The m7 chord is the most used minor chord in jazz. Its inversions enable smooth voicings and are essential for ii-V-I progressions.
Examples
Example: Do m7 inverted
