Construction
B♭ mi11♭5 = Root + Minor 3rd + Diminished 5th + Minor 7th + Major 2nd + Perfect 4th = B♭, D♭, F♭, A♭, C, E♭
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| B♭ | Root | 1 |
| D♭ | Minor 3rd | ♭3 |
| F♭ | Diminished 5th | ♭5 |
| A♭ | Minor 7th | ♭7 |
| C | Major 2nd | 9 |
| E♭ | Perfect 4th | 11 |
B♭ mi11♭5 : Frequently Asked Questions
What is the B♭ mi11♭5 chord on piano?
The B♭ mi11♭5 chord contains the notes B♭ – D♭ – F♭ – A♭ – C – E♭. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the Bb mi11♭5 chord?
The Bb mi11♭5 chord (Bbmi11♭5) contains 6 notes: Bb, Db, E, Ab, C, Eb. Formula: R-m3-d5-m7-M9-P11.
How is Bbmi11♭5 used in music?
Bbmi11♭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 Bbmi11♭5?
Bbmi11♭5 uses scale degrees 1-b3-b5-b7-9-11, giving it its distinctive sound.