G#maj11 chord on ukulele
G Sharp Major Eleventh, also written Abmaj11. Notes: G#, C, D#, G, A# and C#.
How to play G#maj11
- Put your index finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 1 (C#).
- Put your middle finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 3 (A#).
- Put your ring finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 3 (G).
- Put your pinky finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 3 (C).
- Strum all four strings.
All 2 ways to play G#maj11
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Fret 1 position
EasyFret 4 position
MediumNotes and theory
The major eleventh extends a major ninth with an eleventh. It is rare because the eleventh clashes with the third. The formula is 1 3 5 7 9 11. Strictly by music theory the notes are spelled G#, B#, D#, F##, A# and C#; B# is the same key as C and F## is the same key as G.
More G# chords
All G# ukulele chordsmajor eleventh chords in every key
Questions
What notes are in the G#maj11 chord?
G#maj11 (G sharp major eleventh) is made of six notes: G# (root), C (major third), D# (perfect fifth), G (major seventh), A# (ninth) and C# (eleventh).
How do you play G#maj11 on ukulele?
The easiest G#maj11 is the "fret 1 position" shape. Put your index finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 1 (C#). Put your middle finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 3 (A#). Put your ring finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 3 (G).
Is G#maj11 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 4 fretted notes.
What does a major eleventh chord sound like?
The major eleventh extends a major ninth with an eleventh. It is rare because the eleventh clashes with the third.