Eb 7♯9
Notes:Eb – G – Bb – Db – F#
Formula:R-M3-P5-m7-A9
Intervals:P1-M3-P5-m7-A9
Scale Degrees:1-3-5-b7-#9
Introduction
The Eb 7♯9 piano chord (Eb7♯9) consists of the notes Eb, G, Bb, Db, F#. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-A9 | Scale degrees: 1-3-5-b7-#9.
Enharmonic equivalent: E♭ is enharmonically equivalent to D♯. See D# 7♯9.
Notes
Eb 7♯9 Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | Eb4 – G4 – Bb4 – Db5 – F#5 |
| 1st Inversion | G4 – Bb4 – Db5 – F#5 – Eb6 |
| 2nd Inversion | Bb4 – Db5 – F#5 – Eb6 – G6 |
Key Signature
The key of Eb 7♯9 has 3 flats: B♭, E♭, A♭.
B♭E♭A♭
Theory: Intervals
Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-A9
Intervals: P1-M3-P5-m7-A9
The Eb 7♯9 is built by stacking intervals from the root note. The formula R-M3-P5-m7-A9 describes the scale degrees used. The intervals P1-M3-P5-m7-A9 show the distance between each note in the chord.
Eb 7♯9 — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the Eb 7♯9 chord?
The Eb 7♯9 chord (Eb7♯9) contains 5 notes: Eb, G, Bb, Db, F#. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-A9.
How is Eb7♯9 used in music?
Eb7♯9 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 Eb7♯9?
Eb7♯9 uses scale degrees 1-3-5-b7-#9, giving it its distinctive sound.
Practice Tips
- Start by placing your thumb on Eb and spacing remaining fingers across the chord.
- Practice Eb7♯9 slowly with separate hands before combining.
- Listen carefully to the tension created by the altered tones in this chord.
- Try voicing Eb7♯9 in different octaves to find the most comfortable position.
- Resolve Eb7♯9 to a nearby chord to hear its function in context.