Triads · G root
Gm
A darker, more introspective triad. Widely used in classical and popular music.
Notes in Gm
G is one of the most used keys in Western music — the V chord in C, and home key for much of folk and country.
Identify the Chord Quality on G
Each chord below is played on G. Listen and identify whether you heard Gm, Gm, G7, or another quality — the hardest and most useful ear training skill.
Minor in All 12 Keys
Other Chords in G
Related Triads
About the Gm Chord
The Gm chord is a minor chord built on G. It contains the notes G, A#, D — the root, third, and fifth.
A darker, more introspective triad. Widely used in classical and popular music. Practising the Gm 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.