Chord · Triads
G — G Major
G is the G major chord. It is built on the root G with major 3rd (B) and perfect 5th (D) above it — the formula 1 3 5, sounding the notes G B D. On the piano it sits at G (octave 4) and above in the library's voicing; the same 3 notes in any octave are still G.
- Root
- G
- Quality
- Major
- Formula
- 1 3 5
- Notes
- G B D
On the keyboard
Right-hand fingering for this voicing: 1–3–5 (1 is the thumb).
The notes of G
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root | Pitch |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | G | root | G4 |
| 3 | B | major 3rd | B4 |
| 5 | D | perfect 5th | D5 |
Other triads on G
Major chords on every root
Part of the chord reference. See also the scales and the keys.