Guitar Chord Dictionary: C Dominant Seventh Sharp Eleventh Added Chords
Welcome to our tutorial on the C 7(#11) chord. This chord belongs to the family of Dominant Chords, and is composed of the notes C, E, G, Bb, and F#. The intervals that build this chord are 1, 3, 5, b7, and #11, making it a rich and complex sound that can add depth to your music.
The complete names of the music intervals that make up the C 7(#11) chord, are the Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, Minor Seventh, and Augmented Fourth. If you're not yet familiar with these terms, we recommend checking out our tutorial on fretboard intervals and our guide on how to denote chords depending on the intervals that compose them.
This chord is not a beginner's chord, but rather one that requires some understanding of guitar music theory and chord construction. If you're ready to take your playing to the next level, learning the C 7(#11) chord can be a great step in that direction.
In this tutorial, we'll be providing you with chord diagrams and fretboard patterns showing the tones composing the chord, making it easier for you to visualize and understand. We'll also be discussing how this chord can be used in various musical contexts, including jazz chord progressions.
So grab your guitar and get ready to dive into the world of dominant chords with the C 7(#11)!
Notes of the C 7(#11) chord:
CEGBbF#
How to create the Dominant Seventh Sharp Eleventh Added chord:
C7(#11) 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 7(#11) | D 7(#11) | E 7(#11) | F 7(#11) | G 7(#11) | A 7(#11) | B 7(#11) | C#7(#11) | D#7(#11) | F#7(#11) | G#7(#11) | A#7(#11) | Ab7(#11) | Bb7(#11) | Db7(#11) | Eb7(#11) | Gb7(#11)
C 7(#11) guitar chord: fretboard map of the intervals
This fretboard map shows you the tones in the chord all along the neck. You can play this chord by choosing some of the chord tones.