Play the mmaj7 inverted chord on piano

Minor-major 7th inversions create a unique tension between the minor third (♭3) and major seventh (7). Characteristic color of the melodic minor mode.

Chord composition

I♭IIIVVII
RootMinor thirdPerfect fifthMajor seventh
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Formula 1 - ♭3 - 5 - 7

Theory

The mMaj7 chord combines minor third and major seventh. Its inversions create sophisticated tensions used in modern jazz and film music.

Play the mmaj7 inverted chord on the piano

Example of mMaj7 inverted chord position on piano

Styles

Jazz Film Fusion Bossa nova