Hello, I'm having a bit of trouble explaining what this term means. I know it refers to different ways of voicing a chord, but could I get a more detailed explanation? For example, how do the first, second, and third inversions of a C chord form? Thanks!
What is an "inversion" on the piano?
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In a C major chord, the root position is C-E-G; the first inversion places E in the bass (E-G-C), and the second inversion places G in the bass (G-C-E). Practically, it helps to play each inversion slowly across the entire keyboard while consciously emphasizing the bass note—this way, you’ll internalize the shapes quickly.