Construction
G♭ Dominant 7th Sharp 11 = Root + Major 3rd + Diminished 5th + Perfect 5th + Minor 7th = G♭, B♭, C, D♭, F♭
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| G♭ | Root | 1 |
| B♭ | Major 3rd | 3 |
| C | Diminished 5th | ♭5 |
| D♭ | Perfect 5th | 5 |
| F♭ | Minor 7th | ♭7 |
How to Play the G♭ Dominant 7th Sharp 11
Right Hand (RH)
Place your right hand over the keys with the thumb on the root. Use the fingering: 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5
Left Hand (LH)
For the left hand, start with your pinky on the root. Use the fingering: 5 – 4 – 3 – 2 – 1
G♭ Dominant 7th Sharp 11 : Frequently Asked Questions
What is the G♭ Dominant 7th Sharp 11 chord on piano?
The G♭ Dominant 7th Sharp 11 chord contains the notes G♭ – B♭ – C – D♭ – F♭. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the Gb Dominant 7th Sharp 11 chord?
Gb7#11 contains: Gb, Bb, C, Db, Fb. Lydian Dominant. Enharmonic of F#7#11.
How does Gb7#11 differ from Gb7?
Adds C (the #11).
How does Gb7#11 differ from Gb11?
Gb11 has Cb (clashes with Bb). Gb7#11 has C which doesn't clash.
How is Gb7#11 used?
Lydian Dominant. Tritone sub for C7. F#7#11 more commonly written.
What scale matches Gb7#11?
Gb Lydian Dominant: 4th mode of Db melodic minor.
What songs use 7#11?
Modern jazz.