The Chord Cookbook Compendium © 2008 Matthieu Brandt

Min 7 – Chords

Definition : A Minor Triad that has an added flatted 7th.

This flatted 7th lies 10 x ½ note or 10 frets above the root of the chord
(same as 2 frets down).
Chord Formula : 1-b3-5-7
Styles of Music : Folk, Country, Pop, Rock, Singer Songwriter, Rock Ballads, Latin, Jazz, etc.
When to use : Gives the minor chord a softer color. Can often be interchanged with
the minor triad.

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