C# Piano Chord — Chart, Notes and Inversions

Short answer: C# is a C# Major chord containing the notes C♯, E♯, G♯. It has 3 inversions. Use the diagrams below to learn each voicing on the keyboard.

Also known as: C#M, C#Δ, C# maj, C# Major

Guitar Chords

How to Play C# on Piano

C#, C#M, C#Δ, C#maj, C#Major

Notes: C♯, E♯, G♯

C#, C#M, C#Δ, C#maj, C#Major (1st inversion)

Notes: E♯, G♯, C♯

C#, C#M, C#Δ, C#maj, C#Major (2nd inversion)

Notes: G♯, C♯, E♯

Quick Summary

  • The C# chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G♯
  • It has 3 inversions, each rearranging the same notes
  • Also written as: C#M, C#Δ, C# maj, C# Major
  • Use the keyboard diagrams above to see exact finger positions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C# chord on piano?

C# is a C# Major chord. It contains the notes C♯, E♯, G♯. On piano, play these notes simultaneously to sound the chord.

How do you play C# on piano?

To play C# on piano, press the keys C♯, E♯, G♯ together. The root position uses these exact notes. There are 3 inversions available, each rearranging the same notes in a different order.

What notes are in the C# chord?

The C# chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G♯.

What are the inversions of C#?

C# has 3 inversions. Each inversion rearranges the notes so a different note is at the bottom. The root position starts with the root note, the first inversion moves it to the top, and so on.

What are other names for C#?

C# is also known as C#M, C#Δ, C# maj, C# Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: C♯, E♯, G♯.

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