What notes are in the D#7sus4 chord?

The D#7sus4 chord contains the notes D#, G#, A#, C#. The D#7sus4 chord is jazzy suspended sound. It consists of the notes D#, G#, A#, C#. Suspended chords create tension and interesting voice leading in progressions.

How do I play D#7sus4 on piano?

Place your thumb on the root note D#. Place your middle finger on G#. Place your pinky finger on A#. For the C# note, use your index or ring finger depending on comfort. Press all keys simultaneously to hear the D#7sus4 chord.

What chords go well with D#7sus4?

Common progressions using D#7sus4 include: ii-V-I Jazz Progression, I-vi-ii-V Progression. Related chords include D#, D#m, D#dim.

D# Dominant 7th sus4 Chord on Piano – How to Play D#7sus4 (Notes & Fingering)

Chord Information

Learn how to play D#7sus4 on piano

Notes in Chord

Intervals

Inversion

Notes (bottom to top): D#4 - G#4 - A#4 - 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#7sus4 on Piano

Place your thumb on D#.
Place your index finger on G#.
Place your middle finger on A#.
Place your pinky finger on C#.
Press all keys simultaneously to hear the D#7sus4 chord.

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

D#7sus4 Chord Inversions

The D#7sus4 chord can be played in different inversions:

Root Position

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

First Inversion

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

Second Inversion

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

Common Chord Progressions Using D#7sus4

ii-V-I Jazz Progression

Common chord progression

Fm7→D#7sus4→A#maj7

I-vi-ii-V Progression

Common chord progression

A#maj7→Gm7→Fm7→D#7sus4

Practice Tips for D#7sus4

Start slowly and focus on pressing all keys simultaneously for a clean sound.
Practice transitioning between D#7sus4 and other common chords to build muscle memory.
Feel the tension in the suspended note and practice resolving it.
Use suspended chords to create anticipation before resolving to major or minor chords.