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A augmented chord
The Aaug chord (augmented) is made of the notes A, C♯, E♯. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 ♯5.
Aaug
Triads · 3 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | Unison |
| 3 | C♯ | Major third |
| ♯5 | E♯ | Augmented fifth |
Inversions
- AaugA C♯ E♯Root position
- Aaug/C♯C♯ E♯ AFirst inversion
- Aaug/E♯E♯ A C♯Second inversion
Frequently asked questions
- Which notes make up the Aaug chord?
- The notes are A, C♯, E♯.
- What is the formula of the Aaug chord?
- The formula is 1 3 ♯5: major third, augmented fifth.
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