Gb Minor 11th
Notes:Gb – A – Db – E – Ab – B
Formula:R-m3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Intervals:P1-m3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Scale Degrees:1-b3-5-b7-9-11
Introduction
The Gb Minor 11th piano chord (Gbm11) consists of the notes Gb, A, Db, E, Ab, B. It is a minor 9th chord with an added perfect 11th, giving it a dark and expansive character commonly used in jazz, funk, and soul. Formula: R-m3-P5-m7-M9-P11 | Scale degrees: 1-b3-5-b7-9-11.
Enharmonic equivalent: G♭ is enharmonically equivalent to F♯. See F# Minor 11th.
Notes
Gb Minor 11th Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | Gb4 – A4 – Db5 – E5 – B5 – Ab5 |
| 1st Inversion | A4 – Db5 – E5 – Gb5 – B5 – Ab5 |
| 2nd Inversion | Db5 – E5 – Gb5 – Ab5 – A5 – B5 |
Key Signature
The key of Gb Minor 11th has Key signature data not available.
Theory: Intervals
Formula: R-m3-P5-m7-M9-P11
Intervals: P1-m3-P5-m7-M9-P11
The Gb Minor 11th is built by stacking intervals from the root note. The formula R-m3-P5-m7-M9-P11 describes the scale degrees used. The intervals P1-m3-P5-m7-M9-P11 show the distance between each note in the chord.
Gb Minor 11th — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the Gb Minor 11th chord?
Gbm11 contains six notes: Gb, Bbb, Db, Fb, Ab, Cb. Enharmonically: Gb, A, Db, E, Ab, B. Enharmonic equivalent of F#m11.
How does Gbm11 differ from Gb11?
Gbm11 has minor third. Gb11 has major third.
How is Gbm11 used in music?
Enharmonic equivalent of F#m11, the ii in E Major.
How does Gbm11 differ from Gbm9?
Adds the eleventh for warmth.
What songs use Minor 11th chords?
Neo-soul, modern jazz.
Do I need to play all six notes?
Drop the fifth for practical voicing.
Practice Tips
- Gbm11 and F#m11 are enharmonic.
- No clash in minor 11ths.
- Practice as ii: Gbm11 → Cb13 → Fbmaj9 (F#m11 → B13 → Emaj9).
- Translate to F#m11 for easier reading.
- Loop for atmospheric groove.
- Stacked fourths voicing.