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Piano Chords

Free piano chord reference with interactive keyboard diagrams, ear training, and practice tools. Explore triads, 7th chords, and extensions across all 12 root notes.

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  • 88 keys

    A0 to C8

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I play piano chords?

Place your fingers on the keys corresponding to the chord notes. For a C major chord, play C, E, and G simultaneously. Start with triads (3-note chords) in root position, then learn inversions for smoother transitions.

What are the most common piano chords?

The most common piano chords are C, G, F, Am, Em, and Dm. These six chords appear in thousands of songs. Learning their inversions lets you move between them with minimal hand movement.

How do I learn piano chord inversions?

Start by learning root position triads, then move the bottom note up an octave for first inversion, and again for second inversion. Practice moving between inversions of the same chord, then progress to I-IV-V progressions using closest inversions.

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