Construction
D Major 7♯11 = Root + Major 3rd + Diminished 5th + Perfect 5th + Major 7th = D, F♯, G♯, A, C♯
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| D | Root | 1 |
| F♯ | Major 3rd | 3 |
| G♯ | Diminished 5th | ♭5 |
| A | Perfect 5th | 5 |
| C♯ | Major 7th | 7 |
How to Play the D Major 7♯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
Same Notes, Other Names
The notes D – F♯ – G♯ – A – C♯ aren’t exclusive to this chord. Depending on which note is the bass and how the chord functions, the same pitches also spell:
D Major 7♯11 : Frequently Asked Questions
What is the D Major 7♯11 chord on piano?
The D Major 7♯11 chord contains the notes D – F♯ – G♯ – A – C♯. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.