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B major chord
The B chord (major) is made of the notes B, D♯, F♯. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 5.
B
Triads · 3 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | B | Unison |
| 3 | D♯ | Major third |
| 5 | F♯ | Perfect fifth |
Inversions
- BB D♯ F♯Root position
- B/D♯D♯ F♯ BFirst inversion
- B/F♯F♯ B D♯Second inversion
Which keys it belongs to
B 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 B chord?
- The notes are B, D♯, F♯.
- What is the formula of the B chord?
- The formula is 1 3 5: major third, perfect fifth.
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