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The D major seventh chord on piano
D major seventh is built from D, F♯, A, C♯. Press play above to hear it.
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What notes are in the D major seventh chord?
The D major seventh chord is made up of D, F♯, A, C♯.
Notes & intervals
| D | Root |
| F♯ | Major third |
| A | Perfect fifth |
| C♯ | Major seventh |
How to play it
Right hand
1-2-3-5
Left hand
5-3-2-1
Black keys: 2
Which keys use the D major seventh chord?
D major seventh occurs naturally in these keys: IV of A major, III of B minor, I of D major, VII of E minor, VI of F♯ minor, V of G major.
How it sounds
A major seventh chord sounds lush and dreamy — a favourite in ballads and jazz.