Construction
B 7♭5 = Root + Major 3rd + Diminished 5th + Minor 7th = B, D♯, F, A
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| B | Root | 1 |
| D♯ | Major 3rd | 3 |
| F | Diminished 5th | ♭5 |
| A | Minor 7th | ♭7 |
How to Play the B 7♭5
Right Hand (RH)
Place your right hand over the keys with the thumb on the root. Use the fingering: 1 – 2 – 3 – 5
Left Hand (LH)
For the left hand, start with your pinky on the root. Use the fingering: 5 – 3 – 2 – 1
B 7♭5 Inversions
- Root positionB – D♯ – F – A
- 1st inversion (B7♭5/D♯)D♯ – F – A – B
- 2nd inversion (B7♭5/F)F – A – B – D♯
- 3rd inversion (B7♭5/A)A – B – D♯ – F
Same Notes, Other Names
The notes B – D♯ – F – A aren’t exclusive to this chord. Depending on which note is the bass and how the chord functions, the same pitches also spell:
B 7♭5 : Frequently Asked Questions
What is the B 7♭5 chord on piano?
The B 7♭5 chord contains the notes B – D♯ – F – A. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the B 7♭5 chord?
The B 7♭5 chord (B7♭5) contains 4 notes: B, D#, F, A. Formula: R-M3-d5-m7.
How is B7♭5 used in music?
B7♭5 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 B7♭5?
B7♭5 uses scale degrees 1-3-b5-b7, giving it its distinctive sound.