G major 7th chord on piano
Gmaj7 is a major 7th chord built on G. It uses the notes G - B - D - F♯ and sounds warm, jazzy and relaxed.
- Notes
- G B D F♯
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 7
- Right hand fingering
- 1 - 2 - 3 - 5
- Left hand fingering
- 5 - 3 - 2 - 1
- Chord symbol
- Gmaj7
How to play Gmaj7 step by step
- Find G. G is the white key between the first and second black keys of the group of three.
- Add B, 4 half steps above G.
- Add D, 7 half steps above G.
- Add F♯, 11 half steps above G.
- Press all 4 keys together with fingers 1 - 2 - 3 - 5 of your right hand. Keep your wrist level and let the weight of your arm do the work.
Gmaj7 inversions
An inversion uses the same notes in a different order. Inversions let your hand move less between chords, which is how pianists make chord changes sound smooth.
Songs that use Gmaj7
Practice Gmaj7 inside real music. These tutorials use it in the left-hand accompaniment:
- Gymnopédie No. 1 (easy-intermediate, D major)
Frequently asked questions
What notes are in the G major 7th chord?
The G major 7th chord (Gmaj7) contains 4 notes: G, B, D, F♯. Its formula is 1 - 3 - 5 - 7.
How do you play Gmaj7 on piano?
Put your right-hand thumb on G and play G, B, D, F♯ together using fingers 1 - 2 - 3 - 5. With the left hand, use fingers 5 - 3 - 2 - 1.