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E7 Piano

Learn the E Dominant 7 (E7) chord on piano: notes (E, G♯, B, D), intervals, fingering, diagram, and an interactive audio tool.

Quick answer

E7 contains E, G♯, B, D. A bright chord with tension that naturally wants to move forward.

E7 Piano chord diagram showing E, G♯, B, D
E7 Piano chord diagram showing E, G♯, B, D

Positions

Root position

E · G♯ · B · D

Inversion 1

G♯ · B · D · E

Inversion 2

B · D · E · G♯

Inversion 3

D · E · G♯ · B

Notes

  1. ERoot
  2. G♯Major 3rd
  3. BPerfect 5th
  4. DMinor 7th

Intervals

Root · Major 3rd · Perfect 5th · Minor 7th

Frequently asked questions

What notes are in E7?

E · G♯ · B · D

Which scales contain every note in E7?

E Mixolydian

The song key and surrounding chords determine which compatible choice fits in context.

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