Am/C Piano Chord
A chord with a sad, melancholic character. Differs from major by its lowered third. Used across all genres for emotional expression — from ballads through rock to jazz.
Recommended voicing
A3 · C4 · E4
Notation for Am/C chord
Other names: A minor, A min, A-
Music theory name: minor triad
Common name: A minor chord
Intervals and tones in Am/C chord
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| A | Root |
| C | Minor 3rd |
| E | Perfect 5th |
Inversions
1st inversion
C4 · E4 · A4
2nd inversion
E4 · A4 · C5