E piano chord
E major
- Symbol
- E
- Notes
- E – G♯ – B
- Formula
- 1 – 3 – 5
On a computer you can also use the keys A W S E D F T G Y H U J K.
The keyboard below is loaded with E. Play it, change a note and see what the chord becomes.
How to play E
Press E – G♯ – B together. With the right hand, a common fingering is 1–3–5: thumb on E, middle finger, little finger on top.
Inversions
An inversion puts a different chord tone in the bass. The chord keeps its name; only the lowest note changes.
Practice E until it sticks
ChordWise recognizes E the moment you play it and drills you on it with the coach, in every inversion.
