G mi13♭5
Notes:G – Bb – Db – F – A – C – E
Formula:R-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11-M13
Intervals:P1-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11-M13
Scale Degrees:1-b3-b5-b7-9-11-13
Introduction
The G mi13♭5 piano chord (Gmi13♭5) consists of the notes G, Bb, Db, F, A, C, E. Formula: R-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11-M13 | Scale degrees: 1-b3-b5-b7-9-11-13.
Notes
G mi13♭5 Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | G4 – Bb4 – Db5 – F5 – A5 – C6 – E6 |
| 1st Inversion | Bb4 – Db5 – F5 – A5 – C6 – E6 – G6 |
| 2nd Inversion | Db4 – F4 – A4 – C5 – E5 – G5 – Bb5 |
Key Signature
The key of G mi13♭5 has 1 sharp: F♯.
F♯
Theory: Intervals
Formula: R-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11-M13
Intervals: P1-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11-M13
The G mi13♭5 is built by stacking intervals from the root note. The formula R-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11-M13 describes the scale degrees used. The intervals P1-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11-M13 show the distance between each note in the chord.
G mi13♭5 — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the G mi13♭5 chord?
The G mi13♭5 chord (Gmi13♭5) contains 7 notes: G, Bb, Db, F, A, C, E. Formula: R-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11-M13.
How is Gmi13♭5 used in music?
Gmi13♭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 Gmi13♭5?
Gmi13♭5 uses scale degrees 1-b3-b5-b7-9-11-13, giving it its distinctive sound.
Practice Tips
- Start by placing your thumb on G and spacing remaining fingers across the chord.
- Practice Gmi13♭5 slowly with separate hands before combining.
- Listen carefully to the tension created by the altered tones in this chord.
- Try voicing Gmi13♭5 in different octaves to find the most comfortable position.
- Resolve Gmi13♭5 to a nearby chord to hear its function in context.