C#11
notes
The chord C#11 is made up of these notes:
C#
G#
B
D#
F#
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The C#11 chord is a captivating combination of five notes: C#, G#, B, D#, and F#. This intriguing chord is built by stacking a root (C#), a perfect fifth (G#), a minor seventh (B), a major ninth (D#), and an eleventh (F#). The sound of C#11 is rich and slightly mysterious, often lending a dreamy or ethereal quality to the music. You’re likely to hear this chord in jazz, fusion, and some pop music, where it beautifully complements complex harmonies and adds a layer of sophistication. In chord progressions, C#11 often serves as a bridge between sections, introducing a sense of anticipation and depth that keeps the listener engaged.
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
G#3
B3
D#4
F#4
C#4
Inversion 2
B3
D#4
F#4
C#4
G#4
Inversion 3
D#4
F#4
C#4
G#4
B4
Inversion 4
F#4
C#4
G#4
B4
D#5