Dmaj7 7ª Maior Acorde

A major triad with a major seventh. Warm, sophisticated sound used in jazz and R&B.

Dmaj7 Acorde — Quick Answer & Harmonic Definition

The Dmaj7 (Major 7th) chord consists of the notes D, F#, A, C#. It is constructed from the root note D using the major 7th interval formula (0–4–7–11 semitones).

Formula: 0 – 4 – 7 – 11
Notes
D – F# – A – C#
Intervals (semitones)
0 – 4 – 7 – 11
Type
7th Chord

Dmaj7 on Piano

Press highlighted keys simultaneously to play the Dmaj7 chord.

R
D (Root (R))
2
F# (Major 3rd)
3
A (Perfect 5th)
4
C# (Major 7th)

Dmaj7 on Guitar

Fret numbers (low E → high e string): xx0222 (x=mute, 0=open)

x
E
x
A
0
D
2
G
2
B
2
e

Interval Analysis

Degree Interval Name Semitones Note in D
Root Root (R) 0 D
3rd Major 3rd 4 F#
5th Perfect 5th 7 A
7th Major 7th 11 C#

About the D 7ª Maior Chord

The Dmaj7 chord (D 7ª Maior) consists of 4 notes: D, F#, A, C#. A major triad with a major seventh. Warm, sophisticated sound used in jazz and R&B.

To build any major 7th chord, apply intervals of 0, 4, 7, 11 semitones above the root. Starting from D: the notes land on D, F#, A, C#.

Playing Dmaj7 on Piano

Press D, F#, A, C# simultaneously. In root position, D is lowest. First inversion places F# in the bass for a lighter sound; second inversion uses A as the bass note.

Common Chord Progressions Using Dmaj7

  • I–IV–V: Dmaj7 – Gmaj7 – Amaj7 (blues and rock)
  • I–V–vi–IV: Dmaj7 – A – Bm – G (pop staple)
  • I–vi–IV–V: Dmaj7 – Bm – G – A (50s progression)

The Dmaj7 Chord in Context

The Dmaj7 (7ª Maior) chord features a distinctive a major triad with a major seventh. warm, sophisticated sound used in jazz and r&b. built from the intervals 0–4–7–11. It provides rich harmonic color and tension across pop, jazz, classical, and contemporary compositions.

Knowledge Base & FAQs

Dmaj7 Chord — Frequently Asked Questions

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What notes are in the Dmaj7 chord?

The D 7ª Maior chord contains: D, F#, A, C#.

These notes are derived by applying the major 7th interval formula (0–4–7–11 semitones) to the root note D.

What is the Dmaj7 chord used for?

A major triad with a major seventh.

Warm, sophisticated sound used in jazz and R&B. The Dmaj7 chord is used across pop, rock, jazz, and classical music. As the I chord in the key of D major, it functions as the most stable resting point in progressions.

How do you play Dmaj7 on piano?

On piano, play D, F#, A, C# simultaneously.

In root position, D is the lowest note. Inversions move the bass note up — first inversion has F# lowest, second inversion has A lowest.

How many notes are in a major 7th chord?

A major 7th chord has 4 notes: D, F#, A, C# (in D).

It is a 7th chord, extending beyond the basic triad.

What is the difference between D major and D minor?

The D major chord (D–F#–A) uses a major third (4 semitones), giving it a bright, happy sound.

The D minor chord (D–F–A) uses a minor third (3 semitones), giving it a darker, emotional sound.

What key does Dmaj7 belong to?

Dmaj7 naturally serves as the I chord in the key of D major.

It also appears as IV in the key of A major, and as V in the key of G major.

Can I play Dmaj7 on ukulele?

Yes.

The ukulele uses GCEA tuning with 4 strings. The Dmaj7 chord notes (D, F#, A, C#) can be fretted on a ukulele, though the shapes differ from guitar due to the 4-string layout and shorter scale.

What chords go well with Dmaj7?

In the key of D major, Dmaj7 pairs naturally with G major (IV), A major (V), and Bm (vi).

The classic I–IV–V (Dmaj7–G–A) is the foundation of blues, country, and rock.

What is a chord inversion of Dmaj7?

An inversion places a non-root note in the bass.

Dmaj7 root position: D in bass. First inversion: F# in bass. Second inversion: A in bass. Inversions create smoother bass line movement without changing the harmony.

How do I memorize the notes in a major 7th chord?

Remember the formula: 0–4–7–11 semitones from root.

For Dmaj7: start on D, add 4 semitones, then 7 semitones, then 11 semitones. Practicing this across all 12 roots builds instant recognition of any major 7th chord.