C#13(#5) Guitar Chord | How To Create and Play the C# Dominant Thirteen Sharp Fifth chord

Welcome to our tutorial on the C# 13(#5) chord! This chord belongs to the Augmented Chords family and is composed of the notes C#, E#, G##, B, D#, F#, and A#. The intervals that build this chord are the root, major third, augmented fifth, minor seventh, major ninth, perfect eleventh, and major thirteenth.

Understanding the intervals that compose this chord is crucial to mastering its structure and sound. To deepen your understanding of how chords are built by stacking intervals, check out this comprehensive tutorial.

The C# 13(#5) chord is not a beginner's chord, but rather an intermediate to advanced chord. It requires a good understanding of fretboard intervals and the ability to comfortably play complex chord shapes.

Our tutorial will provide you with chord diagrams and fretboard patterns showing the tones composing the chord. If you're unsure about how to read these diagrams or need a refresher, our tutorial on chord notation can help.

The C# 13(#5) chord is often used in jazz chord progressions, thanks to its rich, complex sound. However, it can also be used to add color and tension to rock, blues, and other music genres.

Lastly, if you're curious about exploring different shapes of the C# 13(#5) chord, our tutorial on chord inversions can provide you with new ways to play and understand this chord.

Ready to dive into the world of the C# 13(#5) chord? Let's get started!