G# 7♯5
Notes:G# – C – E – F#
Formula:R-M3-A5-m7
Intervals:P1-M3-A5-m7
Scale Degrees:1-3-#5-b7
Introduction
The G# 7♯5 piano chord (G#7♯5) consists of the notes G#, C, E, F#. Formula: R-M3-A5-m7 | Scale degrees: 1-3-#5-b7.
Enharmonic equivalent: G♯ is enharmonically equivalent to A♭. See Ab 7♯5.
Notes
G# 7♯5 Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | G#4 – C5 – E5 – F#5 |
| 1st Inversion | C4 – E4 – F#4 – G#4 |
| 2nd Inversion | E4 – F#4 – G#4 – C5 |
| 3rd Inversion | F#4 – G#4 – C5 – E5 |
Key Signature
The key of G# 7♯5 has Key signature data not available.
Theory: Intervals
Formula: R-M3-A5-m7
Intervals: P1-M3-A5-m7
The G# 7♯5 is built by stacking intervals from the root note. The formula R-M3-A5-m7 describes the scale degrees used. The intervals P1-M3-A5-m7 show the distance between each note in the chord.
G# 7♯5 — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the G# 7♯5 chord?
The G# 7♯5 chord (G#7♯5) contains 4 notes: G#, C, E, F#. Formula: R-M3-A5-m7.
How is G#7♯5 used in music?
G#7♯5 is used in jazz, fusion, and contemporary music to add harmonic color. It appears as a dominant or tonic chord depending on context.
What is the scale degree formula for G#7♯5?
G#7♯5 uses scale degrees 1-3-#5-b7, giving it its distinctive sound.
Practice Tips
- Start by placing your thumb on G# and spacing remaining fingers across the chord.
- Practice G#7♯5 slowly with separate hands before combining.
- Listen carefully to the tension created by the altered tones in this chord.
- Try voicing G#7♯5 in different octaves to find the most comfortable position.
- Resolve G#7♯5 to a nearby chord to hear its function in context.