Accessible Page: Guitar chord Baug - diagrams and theory

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Chord Shapes

There are 3 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the G string play without pressing any fret
• Let the B string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the high E string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 1 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 2 of the A string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Let the G string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 1 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 2 of the A string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 3 of the low E string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 11 of the high E string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 12 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 12 of the B string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 13 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

B aug Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the B augmented chord (B aug), a member of the Augmented Chords family. This chord is composed of the notes B, D#, and F##. The intervals that build this chord are 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), and #5 (Augmented Fifth).

The B aug chord is a fascinating entity in the world of music theory. Its structure deviates from the more common major and minor chords, offering a unique sound that can add a distinctive color to your music. If you're new to this concept, you might find our full tutorial about guitar chords of all types helpful in understanding the basics.

Building the B aug chord requires a good understanding of fretboard intervals. If you need a refresher on this topic, don't hesitate to check out our tutorial about fretboard intervals. This will equip you with the knowledge needed to construct and understand the structure of any chord, including our current focus, the B aug.

Once you've grasped the theory behind the chord, it's time to put it into practice. We'll guide you through chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that show the tones composing the B aug chord. If you're not sure about how to read these diagrams, our tutorial on how to denote chords depending on the intervals that compose it might be of great help.

By the end of this tutorial, the B aug chord will no longer be a mystery. You'll be able to play it with confidence and incorporate it into your musical repertoire. So, let's dive into the intriguing world of the B augmented chord.

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