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A minor chord
The Am chord (minor) is made of the notes A, C, E. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 ♭3 5.
Am
Triads · 3 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | Unison |
| ♭3 | C | Minor third |
| 5 | E | Perfect fifth |
Inversions
- AmA C ERoot position
- Am/CC E AFirst inversion
- Am/EE A CSecond inversion
Which keys it belongs to
Am is a diatonic chord, that is, it comes from a degree of the scale, in these keys:
Frequently asked questions
- Which notes make up the Am chord?
- The notes are A, C, E.
- What is the formula of the Am chord?
- The formula is 1 ♭3 5: minor third, perfect fifth.
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