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Learn the G# Augmented 7th Chord on PianoG#aug7Augmented 7th

Raised 5th with b7

Chord Information

Learn how to play G#aug7 on piano

Notes in Chord

G#
C
E
F#

Intervals

1
M3
A5
m7

Inversion

Notes (bottom to top): G#4 - C5 - E5 - F#5

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
G#
A#
C#
D#
F#

How to Play G#aug7 on Piano

  1. Place your thumb on G#.
  2. Place your index finger on C.
  3. Place your middle finger on E.
  4. Place your pinky finger on F#.
  5. Press all keys simultaneously to hear the G#aug7 chord.

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

G#aug7 Chord Inversions

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

Root Position

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

First Inversion

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

Second Inversion

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

Common Chord Progressions Using G#aug7

ii-V-I Jazz Progression

Common chord progression

A#m7G#aug7D#maj7

I-vi-ii-V Progression

Common chord progression

D#maj7Cm7A#m7G#aug7

Practice Tips for G#aug7

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

Quick Reference

Root NoteG#
Qualityaugmented7
NotesG#-C-E-F#
Fingering1-2-3-5
Categoryseventh

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