G#7sus4 chord on piano
G Sharp Dominant Seventh Suspended Fourth, also written Ab7sus4. Notes: G#, C#, D# and F#.
How to play G#7sus4
- Find G# just below middle C. That is the root.
- Add C#, D# and F# above it, skipping the keys in between.
- Right hand fingering: 1-2-3-5. Left hand: 5-3-2-1.
Notes
G#7sus4 inversions
An inversion moves the lowest note up an octave. Same notes, smoother jumps between chords.
Root position
G# · C# · D# · F#1st inversion
C# · D# · F# · G#2nd inversion
D# · F# · G# · C#3rd inversion
F# · G# · C# · D#Notes and theory
A 7sus4 is a dominant seventh with the third replaced by a fourth. It delays the resolution and is common in pop, soul and funk. The formula is 1 4 5 b7, and you will also see it written as G#7sus.
More G# chords
All G# piano chordsdominant seventh suspended fourth chords in every key
Questions
What notes are in the G#7sus4 chord?
G#7sus4 (G sharp dominant seventh suspended fourth) is made of four notes: G# (root), C# (perfect fourth), D# (perfect fifth) and F# (minor seventh).
How do you play G#7sus4 on piano?
Play G#, C#, D# and F# together. With the right hand use fingers 1-2-3-5; with the left hand use 5-3-2-1.
What are the inversions of G#7sus4?
Root position: G# C# D# F#. 1st inversion: C# D# F# G#. 2nd inversion: D# F# G# C#. 3rd inversion: F# G# C# D#.
What does a dominant seventh suspended fourth chord sound like?
A 7sus4 is a dominant seventh with the third replaced by a fourth. It delays the resolution and is common in pop, soul and funk.