Play the aug inverted chord on piano

Augmented chord inversions exploit its perfectly symmetrical structure (stacked major thirds). Each inversion produces the same harmonic effect, creating characteristic tonal ambiguity.

Chord composition

IIII♯V
RootMajor thirdAugmented fifth
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Formula 1 - 3 - ♯5

Theory

The augmented chord divides the octave into three equal parts. Its inversions are enharmonically equivalent, enabling bold modulations and whole-tone progressions.

Play the aug inverted chord on the piano

Example of Aug inverted chord position on piano

Styles

Jazz Impressionniste Bossa nova Fusion