G Dominant 11th
Notes:G – B – D – F – A – C
Formula:R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Intervals:P1-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Scale Degrees:1-3-5-b7-9-11
Introduction
The G Dominant 11th piano chord (G11) consists of the notes G, B, D, F, A, C. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11 | Scale degrees: 1-3-5-b7-9-11.
Notes
G Dominant 11th Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | G4 – B4 – D5 – F5 – A5 – C6 |
| 1st Inversion | B4 – D5 – F5 – A5 – C6 – G6 |
| 2nd Inversion | D4 – F4 – A4 – C5 – B5 – G5 |
Key Signature
The key of G Dominant 11th has 1 sharp: F♯.
F♯
Theory: Intervals
Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Intervals: P1-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
The G 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.
G Dominant 11th — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the G Dominant 11th chord?
The G Dominant 11th chord (G11) contains 6 notes: G, B, D, F, A, C. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11.
How is G11 used in music?
G11 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 G11?
G11 uses scale degrees 1-3-5-b7-9-11, giving it its distinctive sound.
Practice Tips
- Start by placing your thumb on G and spacing remaining fingers across the chord.
- Practice G11 slowly with separate hands before combining.
- Listen carefully to the tension created by the altered tones in this chord.
- Try voicing G11 in different octaves to find the most comfortable position.
- Resolve G11 to a nearby chord to hear its function in context.