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B♭ major chord
The B♭ chord (major) is made of the notes B♭, D, F. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 5.
B♭
Triads · 3 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | B♭ | Unison |
| 3 | D | Major third |
| 5 | F | Perfect fifth |
Inversions
- B♭B♭ D FRoot position
- B♭/DD F B♭First inversion
- B♭/FF B♭ DSecond inversion
Which keys it belongs to
B♭ is a diatonic chord, that is, it comes from a degree of the scale, in these keys:
Frequently asked questions
- Which notes make up the B♭ chord?
- The notes are B♭, D, F.
- What is the formula of the B♭ chord?
- The formula is 1 3 5: major third, perfect fifth.
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