As with triads, we can use the same symbols for any seventh chord (see Baroque Chord Symbols for more information)

The chord symbol for the dominant seventh chord appears below the first example. The same symbols can be used for any kind of seventh chord. In the second example, the simplified chord symbol appears.

Root position:

First inversion:

Second inversion:

Third inversion:

Some schools use a different symbol for dominant seventh chords and diminished and half-diminished seventh chords:

Dominant seventh:

Diminished seventh:

Half-diminished seventh:

See: Baroque Chord Symbols, Triad Symbols, Alterations in Figured Bass




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