Chord & FretCmaj7 on cavaquinho
On the cavaquinho, four steel strings tuned D–G–B–D pack the chord into a small, bright space — every finger counts. In this position the bass is E and the shape runs from fret 1 to 4. Its four steel strings give a bright, sharp attack that cuts through the mix and drives the beat.
Notes on C: C – E – G – BFormula: 1 – 3 – 5 – 7In the formula, the numbers count steps of the major scale starting from the note that names the chord; "b" lowers a half step, "#" raises one — and a slash names the bass note.
Where to use it: A sophisticated tonic or subdominant in bossa, jazz and MPB.
This is just one shape of Cmaj7 on cavaquinho. In Chord & Fret, you hear every shape strummed string by string, in the instrument's own voice; open every variation on the neck, grouped by bass note; and set a capo — the diagrams redraw above it. Start free. Unlock everything with Pro. 100% offline.
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