How do you play the E dim chord?

To play the E dim chord on piano, press the following keys simultaneously: E (Perfect unison), G (Minor third) and A# (Diminished fifth). Find these notes on the piano keyboard and press them all at the same time to sound the E dim chord.

What notes are in the E dim chord?

The E dim chord consists of 3 notes: E, G and A#. These notes together form the E dim chord.

What intervals make up the E dim chord?

The E dim chord contains the following intervals from its root note (E): E (Perfect unison), G (Minor third) and A# (Diminished fifth).

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The E dim chord consists of the E (Perfect unison), G (Minor third) and A# (Diminished fifth) notes.

How to play the E dim chord

Find E (Root) on the piano keyboard
Add G (Minor third) — 3 semitones above E
Add A# (Diminished fifth) — 6 semitones above E
Press all 3 notes simultaneously to sound the E dim chord

Related slash chords

G m3/E