Accessible Page: G7(#11) Chord on Guitar: How To Play the G Dominant Seventh Sharp Eleventh Added chord

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Chord Shapes

There are 2 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 2 of the B string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 3 of the low E string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 4 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 10 of the A string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 10 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 11 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

G 7(#11) Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the G 7(#11) chord, a complex and rich sounding chord that belongs to the Dominant Chords family. This chord is composed of the notes G, B, D, F, and C#, and is built using the intervals 1, 3, 5, b7, and #11. These intervals, when stacked together, create a unique musical color that can add depth and sophistication to your playing.

Understanding the intervals that build this chord is crucial, and for this we recommend checking out our tutorial about fretboard intervals. This will help you understand the relationship between the notes and how they interact to create the distinctive sound of the G 7(#11) chord.

As part of the Dominant Chords family, the G 7(#11) chord can often be found in jazz and blues music. If you're interested in learning more about this family of chords, you can check out our tutorial about dominant (7) guitar chords.

In order to fully grasp the G 7(#11) chord, it's important to understand how to denote chords depending on the intervals that compose it. Our tutorial on chord notation can serve as a valuable resource in this regard.

Once you've got a handle on the theory, it's time to put it into practice. We'll be showing you chord diagrams and fretboard patterns to help you visualize and play the G 7(#11) chord. This chord is more advanced than beginner chords, but don't worry, with practice and patience, you'll get the hang of it. If you need more help, feel free to explore our tutorial about more advanced chords.

So let's dive in and learn how to add this fascinating chord to your musical vocabulary!

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