A suspended 4th chord on piano
Asus4 is a suspended 4th chord built on A. It uses the notes A - D - E and sounds unresolved; it usually settles back to the major chord.
- Notes
- A D E
- Formula
- 1 - 4 - 5
- Right hand fingering
- 1 - 3 - 5
- Left hand fingering
- 5 - 3 - 1
- Chord symbol
- Asus4
How to play Asus4 step by step
- Find A. A is the white key between the second and third black keys of the group of three.
- Add D, 5 half steps above A.
- Add E, 7 half steps above A.
- Press all 3 keys together with fingers 1 - 3 - 5 of your right hand. Keep your wrist level and let the weight of your arm do the work.
Asus4 inversions
An inversion uses the same notes in a different order. Inversions let your hand move less between chords, which is how pianists make chord changes sound smooth.
Frequently asked questions
What notes are in the A suspended 4th chord?
The A suspended 4th chord (Asus4) contains 3 notes: A, D, E. Its formula is 1 - 4 - 5.
How do you play Asus4 on piano?
Put your right-hand thumb on A and play A, D, E together using fingers 1 - 3 - 5. With the left hand, use fingers 5 - 3 - 1.