G# Dominant 11th
Notes:G# – C – 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 (G#11) consists of the notes G#, C, D#, F#, A#, C#. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11 | Scale degrees: 1-3-5-b7-9-11.
Enharmonic equivalent: G♯ is enharmonically equivalent to A♭. See Ab Dominant 11th.
Notes
G# Dominant 11th Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | G#4 – C5 – D#5 – F#5 – A#5 – C#6 |
| 1st Inversion | C4 – D#4 – F#4 – A#4 – C#5 – G#5 |
| 2nd Inversion | D#4 – F#4 – A#4 – C#5 – C6 – G#5 |
Key Signature
The key of G# 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 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 (G#11) contains 6 notes: G#, C, D#, F#, A#, C#. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11.
How is G#11 used in music?
G#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 G#11?
G#11 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 G#11 slowly with separate hands before combining.
- Listen carefully to the tension created by the altered tones in this chord.
- Try voicing G#11 in different octaves to find the most comfortable position.
- Resolve G#11 to a nearby chord to hear its function in context.