A# mi11♭5
Notes:A# – C# – E – G# – C – D#
Formula:R-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11
Intervals:P1-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11
Scale Degrees:1-b3-b5-b7-9-11
Introduction
The A# mi11♭5 piano chord (A#mi11♭5) consists of the notes A#, C#, E, G#, C, D#. Formula: R-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11 | Scale degrees: 1-b3-b5-b7-9-11.
Enharmonic equivalent: A♯ is enharmonically equivalent to B♭. See Bb mi11♭5.
Notes
A# mi11♭5 Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | A#4 – C#5 – E5 – G#5 – C6 – D#6 |
| 1st Inversion | C#4 – E4 – G#4 – C5 – A#5 – D#5 |
| 2nd Inversion | E4 – G#4 – C5 – D#5 – A#5 – C#6 |
Key Signature
The key of A# mi11♭5 has Key signature data not available.
Theory: Intervals
Formula: R-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11
Intervals: P1-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11
The A# mi11♭5 is built by stacking intervals from the root note. The formula R-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11 describes the scale degrees used. The intervals P1-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11 show the distance between each note in the chord.
A# mi11♭5 — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the A# mi11♭5 chord?
The A# mi11♭5 chord (A#mi11♭5) contains 6 notes: A#, C#, E, G#, C, D#. Formula: R-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11.
How is A#mi11♭5 used in music?
A#mi11♭5 is used in jazz, fusion, and contemporary music to add harmonic color. It appears as a dominant or tonic chord depending on context.
What is the scale degree formula for A#mi11♭5?
A#mi11♭5 uses scale degrees 1-b3-b5-b7-9-11, giving it its distinctive sound.
Practice Tips
- Start by placing your thumb on A# and spacing remaining fingers across the chord.
- Practice A#mi11♭5 slowly with separate hands before combining.
- Listen carefully to the tension created by the altered tones in this chord.
- Try voicing A#mi11♭5 in different octaves to find the most comfortable position.
- Resolve A#mi11♭5 to a nearby chord to hear its function in context.