Db Dominant 11th
Notes:Db – F – Ab – B – Eb – Gb
Formula:R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Intervals:P1-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Scale Degrees:1-3-5-b7-9-11
Introduction
The Db Dominant 11th piano chord (Db11) consists of the notes Db, F, Ab, B, Eb, Gb. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11 | Scale degrees: 1-3-5-b7-9-11.
Enharmonic equivalent: D♭ is enharmonically equivalent to C♯. See C# Dominant 11th.
Notes
Db Dominant 11th Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | Db4 – F4 – Ab4 – B4 – Eb5 – Gb5 |
| 1st Inversion | F4 – Ab4 – B4 – Eb5 – Db6 – Gb5 |
| 2nd Inversion | Ab4 – B4 – Eb5 – Gb5 – F6 – Db6 |
Key Signature
The key of Db Dominant 11th has 5 flats: B♭, E♭, A♭, D♭, G♭.
B♭E♭A♭D♭G♭
Theory: Intervals
Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Intervals: P1-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
The Db 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.
Db Dominant 11th — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the Db Dominant 11th chord?
The Db Dominant 11th chord (Db11) contains 6 notes: Db, F, Ab, B, Eb, Gb. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11.
How is Db11 used in music?
Db11 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 Db11?
Db11 uses scale degrees 1-3-5-b7-9-11, giving it its distinctive sound.
Practice Tips
- Start by placing your thumb on Db and spacing remaining fingers across the chord.
- Practice Db11 slowly with separate hands before combining.
- Listen carefully to the tension created by the altered tones in this chord.
- Try voicing Db11 in different octaves to find the most comfortable position.
- Resolve Db11 to a nearby chord to hear its function in context.