Accessible Page: G11 Chord on Guitar: How To Play the G Dominant Eleventh chord
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Chord Shapes
There are 3 positions for this chord:
Position 1
Fingers Positions
- Mute the A string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the B and high E strings at the same time
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the G string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the low E string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 3 of the D string
Position Characteristics
- This position requires barre
- This position is movable
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Position 2
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Mute the A string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the D, G and high E strings at the same time
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 6 of the B string
Position Characteristics
- This position requires barre
- This position is movable
Audio file
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Position 3
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 10 of the A, D, G, B and high E strings at the same time
Position Characteristics
- This position requires barre
- This position is movable
Audio file
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G 11 Description
Welcome to our in-depth tutorial on the G 11 chord. This chord, a member of the Dominant Chords family, is a complex and richly textured chord that's a favorite among many musicians. Composed of the notes G, B, D, F, A, and C, the G 11 chord is built using the intervals 1, 3, 5, b7, 9, and 11.
Understanding the intervals that build this chord is crucial. The intervals are: 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), 5 (Perfect Fifth), b7 (Minor Seventh), 9 (Major Ninth), and 11 (Perfect eleventh). If you need a refresher on intervals, we recommend our tutorial about fretboard intervals.
Our tutorial will guide you through how to play this chord with clear chord diagrams and fretboard patterns showing the tones composing the chord. We'll also delve into how to denote chords depending on the intervals that compose it.
The G 11 chord, like all dominant (7) guitar chords, has a specific sound and feel that sets it apart. It's often used in jazz chord progressions and other advanced compositions. If you're ready to take your guitar playing to the next level, mastering the G 11 chord is a great step.
For those who want to delve deeper into chord construction, we have a comprehensive tutorial that teaches how to build chords by stacking intervals. This will give you a greater understanding of how chords like the G 11 are formed.
Let's dive in and explore the rich, complex world of the G 11 chord.
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