A 7th piano chord

The A 7th chord, written A7, on a keyboard. Its notes are A – C♯ – E – G — free to print or download below.

A 7th piano chord diagram on a keyboard — notes A – C♯ – E – G

Notes in the A 7th chord

The A 7th chord is built from the root, a major third, a perfect fifth and a minor seventh, giving the notesA – C♯ – E – G. On the keyboard diagram those keys are shaded so you can see the shape at a glance.

How to play the A 7th chord

  1. Find the notes. The A 7th chord uses the notes A – C♯ – E – G. Locate each one on your keyboard using the diagram above.
  2. Place your fingers. In root position, play A – C♯ – E – G together — thumb on the lowest note and the remaining fingers on the notes above.
  3. Play it as a block or broken. Play all the notes at once for a solid chord, or one after another for an arpeggio.

A 7th chord — frequently asked questions

What notes are in the A 7th chord?

The A 7th chord (A7) is made up of the notes A – C♯ – E – G — the root, a major third, a perfect fifth and a minor seventh.

What is the chord symbol for A 7th?

It is written as A7. On a lead sheet or chord chart you would see "A7" above the stave.

Is the A 7th chord diagram free to print?

Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.

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