A# Dominant 11th
Notes:A# – D – F – G# – C – D#
Formula:R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Intervals:P1-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Scale Degrees:1-3-5-b7-9-11
Introduction
The A# Dominant 11th piano chord (A#11) consists of the notes A#, D, F, G#, C, D#. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11 | Scale degrees: 1-3-5-b7-9-11.
Enharmonic equivalent: A♯ is enharmonically equivalent to B♭. See Bb Dominant 11th.
Notes
A# Dominant 11th Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | A#4 – D5 – F5 – G#5 – C6 – D#6 |
| 1st Inversion | D4 – F4 – G#4 – C5 – A#5 – D#5 |
| 2nd Inversion | F4 – G#4 – C5 – D#5 – D6 – A#5 |
Key Signature
The key of A# Dominant 11th has Key signature data not available.
Theory: Intervals
Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Intervals: P1-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
The A# Dominant 11th is built by stacking intervals from the root note. The formula R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11 describes the scale degrees used. The intervals P1-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11 show the distance between each note in the chord.
A# Dominant 11th — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the A# Dominant 11th chord?
The A# Dominant 11th chord (A#11) contains 6 notes: A#, D, F, G#, C, D#. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11.
How is A#11 used in music?
A#11 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 A#11?
A#11 uses scale degrees 1-3-5-b7-9-11, giving it its distinctive sound.
Practice Tips
- Start by placing your thumb on A# and spacing remaining fingers across the chord.
- Practice A#11 slowly with separate hands before combining.
- Listen carefully to the tension created by the altered tones in this chord.
- Try voicing A#11 in different octaves to find the most comfortable position.
- Resolve A#11 to a nearby chord to hear its function in context.