G# Major 11th
Introduction
Enharmonic equivalent: G♯ is enharmonically equivalent to A♭. See Ab Major 11th.
Notes
G# Major 11th Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | G#4 – C5 – D#5 – G5 – A#5 – C#6 |
| 1st Inversion | C5 – D#5 – G5 – G#5 – A#5 – C#6 |
| 2nd Inversion | D#5 – G5 – G#5 – A#5 – C6 – C#6 |
Key Signature
The key of G# Major 11th has Key signature data not available.
Theory: Intervals
The G# Major 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# Major 11th — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the G# Major 11th chord?
G# Major 11th is built from the G# root. Check the interactive keyboard above for exact notes and fingering.
How is the G# Major 11th chord used in music?
G# Major 11th appears in jazz, pop, and classical contexts. Its sound depends on the chord quality (Major 11th).
What is the fingering for G# Major 11th?
See the fingering chart above. Right hand typically uses thumb on root. Left hand uses pinky on root.
What are the inversions of G# Major 11th?
Use the inversion buttons above to see each inversion with notes, fingering, and staff notation.
Practice Tips
- Extended jazz voicing with the 11th.
- Drop notes for practical voicings.
- The 11th adds suspension.
- Compare with the 9th version.
- Jazz and funk applications.
- Quartal voicings work well.