Dmaj7

The Dmaj7 chord is a major 7th chord rooted on the note D. Major 7th chords sound dreamy, sophisticated, and lush. Tap the diagram above to hear how it sounds with realistic ukulele tone.

Expanding from Dmaj7

Once you're comfortable with Dmaj7, try exploring other chords built on the same root note. D, Dm, D7, Dm7 all share the note D as their foundation but add different harmonic colors. Switching between related chords is a great way to train your ear and expand your musical vocabulary. Practice chord changes at a steady tempo with the metronome, and explore ukulele scales to understand the theory behind these chords.