Caug chord

C augmented

C

E

G#

C5

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Notes

C
R
E
3
G#
#5

Formula: R – 3 – #5

Caug inversions

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

Root position Caug

C

E

G#

C5

1st inversion Caug/E

C4

E

G#

C

2nd inversion Caug/G#

C4

G#

C

E

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FAQ

What notes are in the Caug chord?

The C augmented chord (Caug) has 3 notes: C, E and G#.

How do you play Caug on the piano?

Put your right hand on C, E and G#, starting from C. 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).