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Learn the A Augmented 7th Chord on PianoAaug7Augmented 7th

Raised 5th with b7

Chord Information

Learn how to play Aaug7 on piano

Notes in Chord

A
C#
F
G

Intervals

1
M3
A5
m7

Inversion

Notes (bottom to top): A4 - C#5 - F5 - G5

Right Hand Fingering

Fingers: 1-2-3-5
1=thumb, 2=index
3=middle, 4=ring, 5=pinky

Interactive Piano

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A
B
C
D
E
F
G
A#
C#
D#
F#
G#

How to Play Aaug7 on Piano

  1. Place your thumb on A.
  2. Place your index finger on C#.
  3. Place your middle finger on F.
  4. Place your pinky finger on G.
  5. Press all keys simultaneously to hear the Aaug7 chord.

Recommended fingering: 1-2-3-5 (right hand)

Aaug7 Chord Inversions

The Aaug7 chord can be played in different inversions:

Root Position

A - C# - F - G (bass note: A)

First Inversion

C# - F - G - A (bass note: C#)

Second Inversion

F - G - A - C# (bass note: F)

Common Chord Progressions Using Aaug7

ii-V-I Jazz Progression

Common chord progression

Bm7Aaug7Emaj7

I-vi-ii-V Progression

Common chord progression

Emaj7C#m7Bm7Aaug7

Practice Tips for Aaug7

  • Start slowly and focus on pressing all keys simultaneously for a clean sound.
  • Practice transitioning between Aaug7 and other common chords to build muscle memory.
  • Listen carefully to how the seventh interval creates tension and color in the chord.
  • Practice resolving this chord to its natural target chords in progressions.

Quick Reference

Root NoteA
Qualityaugmented7
NotesA-C#-F-G
Fingering1-2-3-5
Categoryseventh

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