Gaug chord

G augmented

C4

G

B

C5

D#

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Notes

G
R
B
3
D#
#5

Formula: R – 3 – #5

Gaug inversions

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

Root position Gaug

C4

G

B

C5

D#

1st inversion Gaug/B

C4

B

C5

D#

G

2nd inversion Gaug/D#

C5

D#

G

B

C6

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FAQ

What notes are in the Gaug chord?

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

How do you play Gaug on the piano?

Put your right hand on G, B and D#, starting from G. 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).