G# Dominant Ninth Sharp Eleventh Added (G#9(#11)) chords on guitar

G# 9(#11) guitar chord shapes

Welcome to our tutorial on the G# 9(#11) chord. This complex and rich chord belongs to the Dominant Chords family and is composed of the notes G#, B#, D#, F#, A#, and C##. The intervals that build this chord are 1, 3, 5, b7, 9, and #11. These intervals represent the Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, Minor Seventh, Major Ninth and Augmented Fourth respectively.

Mastering the G# 9(#11) chord involves understanding the concept of fretboard intervals and how they are stacked to build chords. This tutorial can help you delve deeper into guitar music theory.

The G# 9(#11) chord, being a dominant chord, is a staple in many genres, particularly jazz, where it can often be found in jazz chord progressions.

If you're interested in further exploring advanced chords like the G# 9(#11), our intermediate guitar chord tutorial is a great resource. Additionally, our chord notation tutorial can help you better understand how chords are denoted based on the intervals that compose them.

Remember, the G# 9(#11) chord is not for beginners. But with practice and understanding of the underlying theory, you'll be able to incorporate this beautiful chord into your playing in no time. Happy strumming!

G# 9(#11) chord Notes:

G#B#D#F#A#C##

Tones of the Dominant Ninth Sharp Eleventh Added chord:

1
b2
2
b3
3
4
b5
5
#5
6
b7
7
8
b9
9
#9
11
#11
13

G#9(#11) Guitar Chord Fingers Positions

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Chord tones in the G# 9(#11) chord

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!

0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
b7
1
9
3
#11
5
b7
9
3
#11
5
b7
1
9
3
#11
5
b7
1
9
3
#11
5
1
9
3
#11
5
b7
1
9
3
#11
5
b7
1
9
3
#11
b7
1
9
3
#11
5
b7