Gaug chord (G augmented) on piano
Gaug (G augmented) has three notes: G, B and D sharp. Its formula is 1, 3, #5.
Gaug inversions and fingering
G B D# · RH 1-3-5 · LH 5-3-1
B D# G · RH 1-3-5 · LH 5-3-1
D# G B · RH 1-3-5 · LH 5-3-1
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| Symbol | Gaug |
|---|---|
| Also written | G+, G(#5) |
| Notes | G B D# |
| Formula | 1 3 #5 |
| Intervals | root, major third, minor sixth |
| Type | Augmented chord |
Gaug across the keyboard
Piano, C3 to C5. Notes in this scale, low to high: D#3 (sharp 5), G3 (1), B3 (3), D#4 (sharp 5), G4 (1), B4 (3).
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Questions
What notes are in the Gaug chord?
Gaug (G augmented) has three notes: G, B and D sharp. Its formula is 1, 3, #5. G is the root, B is the major third and D# is the minor sixth.
How do you play Gaug on piano?
Play G, B and D# together. Root position: G B D# · RH 1-3-5 · LH 5-3-1.
What is the difference between Gaug and G?
Gaug and G share G and B. Gaug has D#, the sharp 5th, where G has D, the 5th.