Accessible Page: Guitar Chord Dictionary: C Dominant Seventh Sharp Eleventh Added Chords

This page provides an accessible, text-only version of the C 7(#11) guitar chord, designed for use with screen-reader software.

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Chord Shapes

There are 3 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Mute the A string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 7 of the B string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 8 of the low E string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 9 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 3 of the A and G strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 4 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Mute the D string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the G string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 6 of the high E string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

C 7(#11) Description

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)!

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