Amaj7
A Major 7th
1 3 5 7
Notes in Amaj7
AR
C♯3
E5
A♭7
The Amaj7 chord contains 4 notes: A, C♯, E, A♭
Intervals
| Interval | Semitones | Note | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| R | 0 | A | Root |
| 3 | 4 | C♯ | Major 3rd |
| 5 | 7 | E | Perfect 5th |
| 7 | 11 | A♭ | Major 7th |
About A Major 7th Chords
Major 7th chords combine a major triad with the natural 7th, producing a lush, sophisticated sound. Common in jazz, R&B, and neo-soul, maj7 chords feel warm and dreamy without the tension of a dominant 7th.
Compatible Scales & Modes
These scales contain all the notes of Amaj7 and can be used for soloing, improvising, and writing melodies over this chord.
A Ionian (Major Scale)
The most consonant choice — smooth and resolved.
A Lydian
The jazz player's favorite over maj7 chords. The ♯4 avoids the 'avoid note' of Ionian.
A Major Pentatonic
Safe and melodic — works in any genre over major 7th harmony.