By Jackie Don Loe
~ Chord Inversion Blues ~
This example will show you how to play the chord inversions of a C
dominant 7 chord. In theory we are using a drop 2 voicing with the bass on the fifth
string. The second note from the top of a closed voicing is dropped down an octave. This
will allow you to open up a voicing and have an easier grip on the guitar. You can use
these chords to add a bit of harmony to your rhythm playing. The C dominant 7 chord is
spelled out on the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 13th fret of the fifth string as (root) C, (third)
E, (fifth) G and (flat seventh) Bb. Move the chord shapes to other keys and experiment
with the concept.
“C Dominant 7 Chord Inversions”
Bass on Fifth String
