What notes are in the D#aug7 chord?

The D#aug7 chord contains the notes D#, G, B, C#. The D#aug7 chord is raised 5th with b7. It consists of the notes D#, G, B, C#. This seventh chord adds depth and complexity to your playing, commonly used in jazz, blues, and contemporary music.

How do I play D#aug7 on piano?

Place your thumb on the root note D#. Place your middle finger on G. Place your pinky finger on B. For the C# note, use your index or ring finger depending on comfort. Press all keys simultaneously to hear the D#aug7 chord.

What chords go well with D#aug7?

Common progressions using D#aug7 include: ii-V-I Jazz Progression, I-vi-ii-V Progression. Related chords include D#, D#m, D#dim.

D# Augmented 7th Chord on Piano – How to Play D#aug7 (Notes & Fingering)

Chord Information

Learn how to play D#aug7 on piano

Notes in Chord

Intervals

Inversion

Notes (bottom to top): D#4 - G4 - B4 - C#5

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 D#aug7 on Piano

Place your thumb on D#.
Place your index finger on G.
Place your middle finger on B.
Place your pinky finger on C#.
Press all keys simultaneously to hear the D#aug7 chord.

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

D#aug7 Chord Inversions

The D#aug7 chord can be played in different inversions:

Root Position

D# - G - B - C# (bass note: D#)

First Inversion

G - B - C# - D# (bass note: G)

Second Inversion

B - C# - D# - G (bass note: B)

Common Chord Progressions Using D#aug7

ii-V-I Jazz Progression

Common chord progression

Fm7→D#aug7→A#maj7

I-vi-ii-V Progression

Common chord progression

A#maj7→Gm7→Fm7→D#aug7

Practice Tips for D#aug7

Start slowly and focus on pressing all keys simultaneously for a clean sound.
Practice transitioning between D#aug7 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.