C minor 7th piano chord
The C minor 7th chord, written Cm7, on a keyboard. Its notes are C – E♭ – G – B♭ — free to print or download below.
Notes in the C minor 7th chord
The C minor 7th chord is built from the root, a minor third, a perfect fifth and a minor seventh, giving the notesC – E♭ – G – B♭. On the keyboard diagram those keys are shaded so you can see the shape at a glance.
How to play the C minor 7th chord
- Find the notes. The C minor 7th chord uses the notes C – E♭ – G – B♭. Locate each one on your keyboard using the diagram above.
- Place your fingers. In root position, play C – E♭ – G – B♭ together — thumb on the lowest note and the remaining fingers on the notes above.
- Play it as a block or broken. Play all the notes at once for a solid chord, or one after another for an arpeggio.
C minor 7th chord — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the C minor 7th chord?
The C minor 7th chord (Cm7) is made up of the notes C – E♭ – G – B♭ — the root, a minor third, a perfect fifth and a minor seventh.
What is the chord symbol for C minor 7th?
It is written as Cm7. On a lead sheet or chord chart you would see "Cm7" above the stave.
Is the C minor 7th chord diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.