B11
notes
The chord B11 is made up of these notes:
B
F#
A
C#
E
play
strum
The B eleventh chord, or B11, is a rich, layered chord consisting of five notes: B, F#, A, C#, and E. It starts with a strong foundation rooted in B, then adds a perfect fifth with F#, a minor seventh with A, a major ninth with C#, and a sparkling eleventh with E. This chord is often used in jazz and funk genres, where it lends a sophisticated and slightly complex feel to the music. It’s perfect for creating a lush, expansive sound and is frequently utilised in smooth transitions within chord progressions, bringing a touch of elegance and depth to any musical 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
F#4
A4
C#5
E5
B4
Inversion 2
A4
C#5
E5
B4
F#5
Inversion 3
C#5
E5
B4
F#5
A5
Inversion 4
E5
B4
F#5
A5
C#6