Db9(#11) Guitar Chord Diagrams | Db Dominant Ninth Sharp Eleventh Added
Welcome to our tutorial on the Db 9(#11) chord. This chord, a member of the Dominant Chords family, is composed of the notes Db, F, Ab, Cb, Eb, and G. The intervals that build this chord are 1, 3, 5, b7, 9, and #11, giving it a rich, complex sound.
The complete names of the music intervals that make up this chord are: Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, Minor Seventh, Major Ninth and Augmented Fourth. If you're not familiar with these terms, you may want to check out our tutorial on fretboard intervals.
The Db 9(#11) chord is not a beginner's chord, but it's a beautiful addition to your chord repertoire once you've mastered the basics. If you're ready to take your guitar playing to the next level, this tutorial on intermediate chords is a great place to start.
To get the most out of this tutorial, it's important to understand how chords are built by stacking intervals. Our guitar music theory tutorial provides a detailed explanation of this concept.
Finally, if you're interested in learning more about dominant chords, our tutorial on dominant (7) guitar chords is a great resource. And for those of you who are interested in jazz chord progressions, which often utilize the Db 9(#11) chord, we recommend our tutorial on jazz chord progressions.
So, are you ready to dive into the Db 9(#11) chord? Let's get started!
Notes that compose the Db 9(#11) chord:
Chord formula for the Dominant Ninth Sharp Eleventh Added chord:
Guitar Patterns for the Db Dominant Ninth Sharp Eleventh Added chord
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What notes make up the Db 9(#11) chord on guitar?
The Db 9(#11) chord is composed of the following notes: Db, F, Ab, Cb, Eb, and G. These six notes are played together to form the chord.
What are the specific musical intervals that build the Db 9(#11) chord?
The Db 9(#11) chord is built using these intervals: Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, Minor Seventh, Major Ninth, and Augmented Fourth. In terms of numbers, these are the 1, 3, 5, b7, 9, and #11 intervals respectively.
Why is the Db 9(#11) chord described as having a 'rich, complex sound'?
The rich and complex sound of the Db 9(#11) chord comes from its specific combination of six notes and extended intervals, particularly the Major Ninth (9) and the Augmented Fourth (#11). These extensions add harmonic color and depth beyond a basic dominant 7th chord.
What does the '#11' signify in the Db 9(#11) chord name?
The '#11' in the Db 9(#11) chord name indicates an Augmented Fourth interval. This specific extension is added to the dominant 9th chord structure, contributing significantly to its unique and complex harmonic character.
Why is the Db 9(#11) chord not considered a beginner's chord?
The Db 9(#11) chord is not a beginner's chord because it involves a higher number of notes (six) and incorporates advanced extensions like the 9th and #11th. Mastering it requires a foundational understanding of chord building, intervals, and often more challenging fingerings on the guitar.
What chord family does the Db 9(#11) belong to?
The Db 9(#11) chord is a member of the Dominant Chords family. This classification gives an indication of its harmonic function and the type of musical contexts where it is typically used, such as in jazz chord progressions.