Gdim chord (G diminished) on piano
Gdim (G diminished) has three notes: G, B flat and D flat. Its formula is 1, b3, b5. In major keys, Gdim is the vii° chord in Ab major.
Gdim inversions and fingering
G Bb Db · RH 1-3-5 · LH 5-3-1
Bb Db G · RH 1-2-5 · LH 5-3-1
Db G Bb · RH 1-3-5 · LH 5-2-1
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| Symbol | Gdim |
|---|---|
| Also written | G°, Go |
| Notes | G Bb Db |
| Formula | 1 b3 b5 |
| Intervals | root, minor third, tritone |
| Type | Diminished chord |
Gdim across the keyboard
Piano, C3 to C5. Notes in this scale, low to high: Db3 (flat 5), G3 (1), Bb3 (flat 3), Db4 (flat 5), G4 (1), Bb4 (flat 3).
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Questions
What notes are in the Gdim chord?
Gdim (G diminished) has three notes: G, B flat and D flat. Its formula is 1, b3, b5. G is the root, Bb is the minor third and Db is the tritone.
How do you play Gdim on piano?
Play G, Bb and Db together. Root position: G Bb Db · RH 1-3-5 · LH 5-3-1.
What key is Gdim in?
In major keys, Gdim is the vii° chord in Ab major. It is diatonic to those keys, so it fits songs in any of them.
What is the difference between Gdim and Gm?
Gdim is Gm with its 5th lowered a half step, from D to Db. That flat 5th is what gives it its tense sound.