Minor 13th
Click keys to experiment with the chord
1 – b3 – 5 – b7 – 9 – 13
Intervals: 0 semitones, 3 semitones, 7 semitones, 10 semitones, 14 semitones, 21 semitones
The natural 11th is acceptable in minor contexts (no b9 clash with the minor 3rd) and is often included in voicings.
The Cm13 chord sounds colorful and expressive. It is built from the notes C, D#, G, A#, D, A, stacking 6 tones to create its distinctive sound. This chord is commonly heard in jazz.
Notes: C – D# – G – A# – D – A | Formula: 1 – b3 – 5 – b7 – 9 – 13
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