The C Major chord on the piano consists of the notes C, E, and G, creating a bright and warm sound that is commonly used in various genres of music.

How to play the C Major Chord on the Piano

C Major Chord in Root Position

C major chord root position piano diagram

For the C Major chord in root position, the left hand should position the thumb on C, the middle finger on E, and the pinky finger on G. The right hand should position the thumb on C, the middle finger on E, and the pinky finger on G. Both hands should be relaxed and curved, with the fingers lightly resting on the keys.

C Major Chord Inversions

First Inversion

C major chord 1st inversion piano diagram

To move from the root position (C E G) to the first inversion, raise the C note to the next octave (E G C).

Second Inversion

C major chord 2nd inversion piano diagram

To move from the root position (C-E-G) to the second inversion (G-C-E), the C note should be moved up an octave to become the highest note in the chord.