D augmented chord on piano
Daug is an augmented chord built on D. It uses the notes D - F♯ - A♯ and sounds dreamy and suspenseful, like a question.
- Notes
- D F♯ A♯
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - ♯5
- Right hand fingering
- 1 - 3 - 5
- Left hand fingering
- 5 - 3 - 1
- Chord symbol
- Daug
How to play Daug step by step
- Find D. D is the white key between the two black keys.
- Add F♯, 4 half steps above D.
- Add A♯, 8 half steps above D.
- 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.
Daug 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 D augmented chord?
The D augmented chord (Daug) contains 3 notes: D, F♯, A♯. Its formula is 1 - 3 - ♯5.
How do you play Daug on piano?
Put your right-hand thumb on D and play D, F♯, A♯ together using fingers 1 - 3 - 5. With the left hand, use fingers 5 - 3 - 1.