Minor inverted chord - piano

Minor chord inversions follow the same principle as major ones, with the minor third creating a darker color. Essential for harmonic progressions and smooth accompaniments.

Intervals

Degree I♭IIIV
Interval RootMinor thirdPerfect fifth
Semitones 037

Formula 1 - ♭3 - 5

Theory

Minor inversions preserve the 1-♭3-5 intervals but change the bass note. Widely used in classical and jazz music to create chromatic or stepwise bass lines.

Examples

Example: Do Minor inverted

Minor inverted chord diagram on piano - Bass fret 999

Styles

Classique Jazz Bossa nova Folk Chanson