Construction
D♭ Minor 7♯5 = Root + Minor 3rd + Minor 6th + Minor 7th = D♭, F♭, A, C♭
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| D♭ | Root | 1 |
| F♭ | Minor 3rd | ♭3 |
| A | Minor 6th | ♯5 |
| C♭ | Minor 7th | ♭7 |
How to Play the D♭ Minor 7♯5
Right Hand (RH)
Place your right hand over the keys with the thumb on the root. Use the fingering: 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
Same Notes, Other Names
The notes D♭ – F♭ – 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♭ Minor 7♯5 : Frequently Asked Questions
What is the D♭ Minor 7♯5 chord on piano?
The D♭ Minor 7♯5 chord contains the notes D♭ – F♭ – A – C♭. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.