Bm

Triads · B root

Bm

A darker, more introspective triad. Widely used in classical and popular music.

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Notes in Bm

BRoot
D3rd
F#5th

B is less common as a home key but appears often as the III or VII chord in various progressions.

Identify the Chord Quality on B

Each chord below is played on B. Listen and identify whether you heard Bm, Bm, B7, or another quality — the hardest and most useful ear training skill.

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Other Chords in B

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About the Bm Chord

The Bm chord is a minor chord built on B. It contains the notes B, D, F# — the root, third, and fifth.

A darker, more introspective triad. Widely used in classical and popular music. Practising the Bm 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.