Baug chord

B augmented

C4

B

C5

D#

G

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Notes

B
R
D#
3
G
#5

Formula: R – 3 – #5

Baug inversions

The same notes, with a different note in the bass.

Root position Baug

C4

B

C5

D#

G

1st inversion Baug/D#

C5

D#

G

B

C6

2nd inversion Baug/G

C5

G

B

C6

D#

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FAQ

What notes are in the Baug chord?

The B augmented chord (Baug) has 3 notes: B, D# and G.

How do you play Baug on the piano?

Put your right hand on B, D# and G, starting from B. A common fingering for three-note chords is thumb (1), middle finger (3) and little finger (5).

What is the formula of a augmented chord?

R – 3 – #5 (in semitones from the root: 0, 4, 8).