Minor 7th · beginner
E minor 7th(Em7)
Em7 is a one-finger chord with a rich, open sound. Ideal for isolating your strumming hand while the fretting hand rests.
Notes
EGBD
Intervals
Rb35b7
Finger placement
- 1Middle finger (2): 2nd fret of the A string.
Open position
Common mistakes
- None to speak of — this is a one-finger chord.
Coaching tips
- A single finger and five open strings. Use it to focus entirely on strumming technique.
Troubleshooting
Sounds thin
Strum all six strings evenly — hesitant partial strums make it sound weak.
Frequently asked questions
What notes are in the E minor 7th chord?
E minor 7th contains E, G, B, D — the intervals R, b3, 5, b7 from the root E.
Is E minor 7th a beginner chord?
E minor 7th is rated beginner. Em7 is a one-finger chord with a rich, open sound. Ideal for isolating your strumming hand while the fretting hand rests.
E minor 7th: sounds thin — what should I do?
Strum all six strings evenly — hesitant partial strums make it sound weak.