Gb Dominant 11th
Notes:Gb – Bb – Db – E – Ab – B
Formula:R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Intervals:P1-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Scale Degrees:1-3-5-b7-9-11
Introduction
The Gb Dominant 11th piano chord (Gb11) consists of the notes Gb, Bb, Db, E, Ab, B. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11 | Scale degrees: 1-3-5-b7-9-11.
Enharmonic equivalent: G♭ is enharmonically equivalent to F♯. See F# Dominant 11th.
Notes
Gb Dominant 11th Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | Gb4 – Bb4 – Db5 – E5 – B5 – Ab5 |
| 1st Inversion | Bb4 – Db5 – E5 – Ab5 – B5 – Gb6 |
| 2nd Inversion | Db4 – E4 – Ab4 – B4 – Bb5 – Gb5 |
Key Signature
The key of Gb Dominant 11th has 6 flats: B♭, E♭, A♭, D♭, G♭, C♭.
B♭E♭A♭D♭G♭C♭
Theory: Intervals
Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Intervals: P1-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11
The Gb 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.
Gb Dominant 11th — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the Gb Dominant 11th chord?
The Gb Dominant 11th chord (Gb11) contains 6 notes: Gb, Bb, Db, E, Ab, B. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11.
How is Gb11 used in music?
Gb11 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 Gb11?
Gb11 uses scale degrees 1-3-5-b7-9-11, giving it its distinctive sound.
Practice Tips
- Start by placing your thumb on Gb and spacing remaining fingers across the chord.
- Practice Gb11 slowly with separate hands before combining.
- Listen carefully to the tension created by the altered tones in this chord.
- Try voicing Gb11 in different octaves to find the most comfortable position.
- Resolve Gb11 to a nearby chord to hear its function in context.