A# Major Thirteen (A#maj13) chords on guitar
Welcome to this in-depth tutorial on the A# maj13 chord. This chord, belonging to the Major Chords family, is composed of the notes A#, C##, E#, G##, B#, D#, and F##. The intervals that build this chord are 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, and 13, making it a rich and complex chord that can add depth to your guitar playing.
The A# maj13 chord is built by stacking intervals, a fundamental concept in music theory. If you're unfamiliar with this concept, you may want to check out our tutorial that teaches how to build chords by stacking intervals before proceeding.
Understanding the intervals that compose a chord is crucial to mastering it. The complete names of the music intervals in this chord are: Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, Major Seventh, Major Ninth, Perfect Eleventh, and Major Thirteenth. If you need a refresher on intervals, our fretboard intervals tutorial is a great resource.
Once you understand the theory behind the A# maj13 chord, it's time to learn how to play it. This tutorial will provide chord diagrams and fretboard patterns to show you the tones composing the chord. If you're not sure how to read these diagrams, our tutorial on how to denote chords can help.
The A# maj13 chord is not a beginner's chord. It requires a good understanding of guitar theory and some practice to play it smoothly. If you're looking for more advanced chords to challenge your skills, our intermediate guitar chord tutorial offers a wealth of knowledge.
Finally, remember that understanding and playing a chord is just part of the journey. The real magic happens when you start combining chords to create songs. To help you with this, we recommend our tutorial about the most common chord progressions.
Ready to dive into the world of the A# maj13 chord? Let's get started!
Notes that compose the A# maj13 chord:
A#C##E#G##B#D#F##
Tones in the Major Thirteen chord:
Guitar Patterns for the A# Major Thirteen chord
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A# maj13 guitar chord: fretboard map of the intervals
You can create any fingering you like on any part of the fretboard, just play some of the chord tones shown in the map below. Some shapes will sound good, some less, let your ears decide!