A# Dominant 7th Sharp 11
Introduction
Enharmonic equivalent: A♯ is enharmonically equivalent to B♭. See Bb Dominant 7th Sharp 11.
Notes
A# Dominant 7th Sharp 11 Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | A#4 – D5 – E5 – F5 – G#5 |
| 1st Inversion | D5 – E5 – F5 – G#5 – A#5 |
| 2nd Inversion | E5 – F5 – G#5 – A#5 – D6 |
Key Signature
The key of A# Dominant 7th Sharp 11 has Key signature data not available.
Theory: Intervals
The A# Dominant 7th Sharp 11 is built by stacking intervals from the root note. The formula R-M3-A4-P5-m7 describes the scale degrees used. The intervals P1-M3-A4-P5-m7 show the distance between each note in the chord.
A# Dominant 7th Sharp 11 — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the A# Dominant 7th Sharp 11 chord?
A# Dominant 7th Sharp 11 is built from the A# root. Check the interactive keyboard above for exact notes and fingering.
How is the A# Dominant 7th Sharp 11 chord used in music?
A# Dominant 7th Sharp 11 appears in jazz, pop, and classical contexts. Its sound depends on the chord quality (Dominant 7th Sharp 11).
What is the fingering for A# Dominant 7th Sharp 11?
See the fingering chart above. Right hand typically uses thumb on root. Left hand uses pinky on root.
What are the inversions of A# Dominant 7th Sharp 11?
Use the inversion buttons above to see each inversion with notes, fingering, and staff notation.
What scale matches A# Dominant 7th Sharp 11?
The Lydian Dominant scale is the natural match — Mixolydian with a raised 4th.
Practice Tips
- A# Dominant 7th Sharp 11 is the Lydian Dominant sound.
- The #11 does not clash with the major third.
- Use as a sophisticated substitute for A#7.
- Practice the Lydian Dominant scale over this chord.
- Jazz tritone substitution applications.
- Voicing tip: spread the notes for best sound.