Bb13(#5) chord - Bb Dominant Thirteen Sharp Fifth - guitar chord chart

Welcome to this comprehensive tutorial on the Bb 13(#5) chord, a complex and intriguing member of the Augmented Chords family. This chord is composed of the notes Bb, D, F#, Ab, C, Eb, and G, and is built using the following music intervals: 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), #5 (Augmented Fifth), b7 (Minor Seventh), 9 (Major Ninth), 11 (Perfect Eleventh), and 13 (Major Thirteenth).

Understanding the music intervals that construct this chord is key to mastering its unique sound. If you're new to this concept, you may find our tutorial about fretboard intervals helpful in gaining a deeper understanding.

The Bb 13(#5) chord is not typically found in beginner's repertoire, but is a staple in more advanced compositions, especially in the realm of jazz. For those looking to expand their chord knowledge, our tutorial on intermediate guitar chords offers a wealth of information.

Learning to play the Bb 13(#5) chord involves understanding how to stack intervals to build chords. Our tutorial on guitar music theory provides a comprehensive guide on this topic. Additionally, if you're interested in how to denote this chord depending on the intervals that compose it, check out our tutorial on chord notation.

In this tutorial, we'll provide chord diagrams and fretboard patterns to visually guide you in learning the Bb 13(#5) chord. If you encounter a chord shape you're unfamiliar with, our interactive chord analyzer tool can help you identify it.

Let's dive into the fascinating world of the Bb 13(#5) chord and take your guitar skills to the next level!