Construction
A♯ Major 13th = Root + Major 2nd + Major 3rd + Perfect 5th + Major 7th + Perfect 4th + Major 6th = A♯, B♯, C♯♯, E♯, G♯♯, D♯, F♯♯
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| A♯ | Root | 1 |
| B♯ | Major 2nd | 9 |
| C♯♯ | Major 3rd | 3 |
| E♯ | Perfect 5th | 5 |
| G♯♯ | Major 7th | 7 |
| D♯ | Perfect 4th | 11 |
| F♯♯ | Major 6th | 13 |
Same Notes, Other Names
The notes A♯ – C♯♯ – E♯ – G♯♯ – B♯ – D♯ – F♯♯ aren’t exclusive to this chord. Depending on which note is the bass and how the chord functions, the same pitches also spell the following:
A♯ Major 13th : Frequently Asked Questions
What is the A♯ Major 13th chord on piano?
The A♯ Major 13th chord contains the notes A♯ – C♯♯ – E♯ – G♯♯ – B♯ – D♯ – F♯♯. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the A# Major 13th chord?
A# Major 13th is built from the A# root. Check the interactive keyboard above for exact notes and fingering.
How is the A# Major 13th chord used in music?
A# Major 13th appears in jazz, pop, and classical contexts. Its sound depends on the chord quality (Major 13th).
What is the fingering for A# Major 13th?
See the fingering chart above. Right hand typically uses thumb on root. Left hand uses pinky on root.
What are the inversions of A# Major 13th?
Use the inversion buttons above to see each inversion with notes, fingering, and staff notation.