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C Dominant 7th Chord (C7)

Tense, bluesy, and commanding. Wants to resolve to the tonic.

C Dominant 7th Notes

C
E
G
A#

Notes in this chord: C - E - G - A#

Music Theory & Usage

How to Use It

Use as the V chord to create a strong pull back to your I chord.

Semitones from Root

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Common Genres

BluesJazzRock and RollFunk

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