C
Triads · C root
C
The brightest, most stable triad. The foundation of Western tonal music.
0 st4 st7 st
Notes in C
CRoot
E3rd
G5th
C is the natural starting point — no sharps or flats. The clearest key to hear chord quality in isolation.
Identify the Chord Quality on C
Each chord below is played on C. Listen and identify whether you heard C, Cm, C7, or another quality — the hardest and most useful ear training skill.
Major in All 12 Keys
Other Chords in C
Related Triads
About the C Chord
The C chord is a major chord built on C. It contains the notes C, E, G — the root, third, and fifth.
The brightest, most stable triad. The foundation of Western tonal music. Practising the C chord across different voicings and contexts builds the harmonic recognition that lets you identify it instantly in any musical setting — whether in a band mix, a recording, or a live performance.