What notes are in the Caug7 chord?

The Caug7 chord contains the notes C, E, G#, Bb. The Caug7 chord is raised 5th with b7. It consists of the notes C, E, G#, Bb. This seventh chord adds depth and complexity to your playing, commonly used in jazz, blues, and contemporary music.

How do I play Caug7 on piano?

Place your thumb on the root note C. Place your middle finger on E. Place your pinky finger on G#. For the Bb note, use your index or ring finger depending on comfort. Press all keys simultaneously to hear the Caug7 chord.

What chords go well with Caug7?

Common progressions using Caug7 include: ii-V-I Jazz Progression, I-vi-ii-V Progression. Related chords include C, Cm, Cdim.

C Augmented 7th Chord on Piano – How to Play Caug7 (Notes & Fingering)

Chord Information

Learn how to play Caug7 on piano

Notes in Chord

Intervals

Inversion

Notes (bottom to top): C4 - E4 - G#4 - Bb4

Right Hand Fingering

Fingers: 1-2-3-5

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

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How to Play Caug7 on Piano

Place your thumb on C.
Place your index finger on E.
Place your middle finger on G#.
Place your pinky finger on Bb.
Press all keys simultaneously to hear the Caug7 chord.

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

Caug7 Chord Inversions

The Caug7 chord can be played in different inversions:

Root Position

C - E - G# - Bb (bass note: C)

First Inversion

E - G# - Bb - C (bass note: E)

Second Inversion

G# - Bb - C - E (bass note: G#)

Common Chord Progressions Using Caug7

ii-V-I Jazz Progression

Common chord progression

Dm7→Caug7→Gmaj7

I-vi-ii-V Progression

Common chord progression

Gmaj7→Em7→Dm7→Caug7

Practice Tips for Caug7

Start slowly and focus on pressing all keys simultaneously for a clean sound.
Practice transitioning between Caug7 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.