Eb Dominant 13th
Notes:Eb – G – Bb – Db – F – Ab – C
Formula:R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11-M13
Intervals:P1-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11-M13
Scale Degrees:1-3-5-b7-9-11-13
Introduction
The Eb Dominant 13th piano chord (Eb13) consists of the notes Eb, G, Bb, Db, F, Ab, C. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11-M13 | Scale degrees: 1-3-5-b7-9-11-13.
Enharmonic equivalent: E♭ is enharmonically equivalent to D♯. See D# Dominant 13th.
Notes
Eb Dominant 13th Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | Eb4 – G4 – Bb4 – Db5 – C6 – F5 – Ab5 |
| 1st Inversion | G4 – Bb4 – Db5 – F5 – C6 – Ab5 – Eb6 |
| 2nd Inversion | Bb4 – Db5 – F5 – Ab5 – C6 – G6 – Eb6 |
Key Signature
The key of Eb Dominant 13th has 3 flats: B♭, E♭, A♭.
B♭E♭A♭
Theory: Intervals
Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11-M13
Intervals: P1-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11-M13
The Eb Dominant 13th is built by stacking intervals from the root note. The formula R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11-M13 describes the scale degrees used. The intervals P1-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11-M13 show the distance between each note in the chord.
Eb Dominant 13th — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the Eb Dominant 13th chord?
The Eb Dominant 13th chord (Eb13) contains 7 notes: Eb, G, Bb, Db, F, Ab, C. Formula: R-M3-P5-m7-M9-P11-M13.
How is Eb13 used in music?
Eb13 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 Eb13?
Eb13 uses scale degrees 1-3-5-b7-9-11-13, giving it its distinctive sound.
Practice Tips
- Start by placing your thumb on Eb and spacing remaining fingers across the chord.
- Practice Eb13 slowly with separate hands before combining.
- Listen carefully to the tension created by the altered tones in this chord.
- Try voicing Eb13 in different octaves to find the most comfortable position.
- Resolve Eb13 to a nearby chord to hear its function in context.