Want to learn how to play a Gb augmented chord? This complete guide shows you how to make and play a Gb augmented chord on any instrument. Whether you're searching for "how to play gb aug", "gb chord", or "how to make a gb chord" - you'll find the notes, formula, and fingering diagrams you need.
How to Make & Play a Gb Augmented Chord
Chord Formula
1 3 #5
Solfege Names
Solb - Sib - Re
Gb Major Scale (Chord Formula Reference)
Steps: W W H W W W H
Chord formulas reference degrees from this scale (e.g., 1-3-5 = Gb-Bb-Db)
How to Build a Gb Augmented Chord: Step-by-Step
Gb Augmented Chord Notes and Formula
Learn how to construct this chord using the chord formula
Start with the root note
Begin with Gb as your foundation note.
Apply the augmented formula
Use the chord formula: 1 3 #5 (scale degrees from the major scale)
Result: Gbaug chord
Your complete chord contains: Gb, Bb, D
How to Play Gb Augmented Chord on Guitar and Piano
Instrument Fingering Diagrams
Learn multiple ways to play the Gb augmented chord on different instruments
How to Play Gb Augmented on Guitar
To play a Gb augmented chord on guitar, you'll need to fret the notes Gb, Bb, D. Click below to see multiple guitar chord shapes and fingering positions for the Gb augmented chord.
How to Play Gb Augmented on Piano
On piano, play the Gb augmented chord by pressing the keys for Gb, Bb, D together. You can play this chord in any octave, and try different inversions by rearranging the note order while keeping all the chord tones.
Other Instruments
The Gb augmented chord can be played on any instrument. Use the notes Gb, Bb, D as your guide.