C7#9b13
notes
The chord C7#9b13 is made up of these notes:
C
E
G
A#
D#
G#
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The C7#9b13 chord is a unique and colourful one, adding a touch of complexity and tension to the music. This chord is composed of six notes: C, E, G, A#, D#, and G#. It starts with a basic root, third, and fifth—C, E, and G—then spices things up with an A# (a minor seventh), a D# (a sharp ninth), and a G# (a flat thirteenth). This combination creates a rich, dissonant sound that's often used in jazz and blues to add an edgy flair. You'll find it frequently in passages that aim to surprise the listener, injecting a bit of mystery or drama into a chord progression. Its role is to grip attention and often resolve into something more familiar, making it a tool for crafting engaging musical narratives.
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
E3
G3
A#3
D#4
G#4
C4
Inversion 2
G3
A#3
D#4
G#4
C4
E4
Inversion 3
A#3
D#4
G#4
C4
E4
G4
Inversion 4
D#4
G#4
C4
E4
G4
A#4
Inversion 5
G#4
C4
E4
G4
A#4
D#5