Cm
Triads · C root
Cm
A darker, more introspective triad. Widely used in classical and popular music.
0 st3 st7 st
Notes in Cm
CRoot
D#3rd
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 Cm, Cm, C7, or another quality — the hardest and most useful ear training skill.
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Other Chords in C
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About the Cm Chord
The Cm chord is a minor chord built on C. It contains the notes C, D#, G — the root, third, and fifth.
A darker, more introspective triad. Widely used in classical and popular music. Practising the Cm 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.