Edim chord (E diminished) on piano
Edim (E diminished) has three notes: E, G and B flat. Its formula is 1, b3, b5. In major keys, Edim is the vii° chord in F major.
Edim inversions and fingering
E G Bb · RH 1-3-5 · LH 5-3-1
G Bb E · RH 1-2-5 · LH 5-3-1
Bb E G · RH 1-3-5 · LH 5-2-1
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| Symbol | Edim |
|---|---|
| Also written | E°, Eo |
| Notes | E G Bb |
| Formula | 1 b3 b5 |
| Intervals | root, minor third, tritone |
| Type | Diminished chord |
Edim across the keyboard
Piano, C3 to C5. Notes in this scale, low to high: E3 (1), G3 (flat 3), Bb3 (flat 5), E4 (1), G4 (flat 3), Bb4 (flat 5).
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Questions
What notes are in the Edim chord?
Edim (E diminished) has three notes: E, G and B flat. Its formula is 1, b3, b5. E is the root, G is the minor third and Bb is the tritone.
How do you play Edim on piano?
Play E, G and Bb together. Root position: E G Bb · RH 1-3-5 · LH 5-3-1.
What key is Edim in?
In major keys, Edim is the vii° chord in F major. It is diatonic to those keys, so it fits songs in any of them.
What is the difference between Edim and Em?
Edim is Em with its 5th lowered a half step, from B to Bb. That flat 5th is what gives it its tense sound.