Chord · Triads
E — E Major
E is the E major chord. It is built on the root E with major 3rd (G♯) and perfect 5th (B) above it — the formula 1 3 5, sounding the notes E G♯ B. On the piano it sits at E (octave 4) and above in the library's voicing; the same 3 notes in any octave are still E.
- Root
- E
- Quality
- Major
- Formula
- 1 3 5
- Notes
- E G♯ B
On the keyboard
Right-hand fingering for this voicing: 1–3–5 (1 is the thumb).
The notes of E
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root | Pitch |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | E | root | E4 |
| 3 | G♯ | major 3rd | G♯4 |
| 5 | B | perfect 5th | B4 |
Other triads on E
Major chords on every root
Part of the chord reference. See also the scales and the keys.