Ab7#11
notes
The chord Ab7#11 is made up of these notes:
G#
C
D#
F#
D
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strum
The A flat dominant seventh sharp eleventh chord (Ab7#11) is a fascinating combination of notes: G#, C, D#, F#, and D. Starting with a root note of G#, it includes a major third (C), a perfect fifth (D#), a minor seventh (F#), and a sharp eleventh (D). This chord has an intriguing, slightly dissonant quality that makes it particularly exciting in jazz and fusion genres, where it can add a splash of unexpected colour and tension. In chord progressions, the Ab7#11 often serves as a transitional chord, creating a bridge between more stable harmonies and adding a layer of complexity to the music. Its unique sound can draw the listener's attention and enhance the emotional depth of a piece.
InversionsChord inversions refer to the different ways you can play a chord by rearranging the order of its notes. When a chord is inverted, one or more notes are shifted up an octave, changing the "bass" or lowest note of the chord. Even though the notes remain the same, the overall sound and feel of the chord changes depending on which note is the lowest.
Inversion 1
C4
D#4
F#4
D5
G#4
Inversion 2
D#4
F#4
D5
G#4
C5
Inversion 3
F#4
D5
G#4
C5
D#5
Inversion 4
D5
G#4
C5
D#5
F#5