Bb11 chord - Bb Dominant Eleventh - guitar chord chart
Welcome to our tutorial on the Bb 11 chord. This complex chord belongs to the Dominant Chords family and is composed of the notes Bb, D, F, Ab, C, and Eb. The intervals that build this chord are 1, 3, 5, b7, 9, and 11, which in full terms are the Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, Minor Seventh, Major Ninth, and Perfect Eleventh.
Understanding the Bb 11 chord requires a solid foundation in guitar chord theory and a good grasp of fretboard intervals. If you're a beginner, you might want to check out these resources before proceeding.
This tutorial will provide detailed chord diagrams and fretboard patterns showing the tones composing the Bb 11 chord. We will also delve into chord inversions, which can give this chord new shapes and sounds.
The Bb 11 chord is a staple in many jazz progressions, but it's also found in other genres. Learning to play this chord can open up new possibilities in your playing and songwriting.
If you're ready to take your guitar skills to the next level, this intermediate guitar chord tutorial is for you. Let's dive into the fascinating world of the Bb 11 chord.
Bb 11 chord Notes:
BbDFAbCEb
Chord Structure:
Bb Dominant Eleventh Guitar Chord Voicings
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Position 1
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Position 2
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Position 3
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Play This Chord With Other Roots
C 11 | D 11 | E 11 | F 11 | G 11 | A 11 | B 11 | C#11 | D#11 | F#11 | G#11 | A#11 | Ab11 | Bb11 | Db11 | Eb11 | Gb11
Complete Fretboard Map of Bb 11 chord tones
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!