E♭ augmented chord on piano
E♭aug is an augmented chord built on E♭. It uses the notes E♭ - G - B and sounds dreamy and suspenseful, like a question. It is also written as D♯ augmented.
- Notes
- E♭ G B
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - ♯5
- Right hand fingering
- 1 - 3 - 5
- Left hand fingering
- 5 - 3 - 1
- Chord symbol
- E♭aug
How to play E♭aug step by step
- Find E♭. E♭ is the second black key in each group of two. The same key is also called D♯.
- Add G, 4 half steps above E♭.
- Add B, 8 half steps above E♭.
- 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.
E♭aug 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 E♭ augmented chord?
The E♭ augmented chord (E♭aug) contains 3 notes: E♭, G, B. Its formula is 1 - 3 - ♯5.
How do you play E♭aug on piano?
Put your right-hand thumb on E♭ and play E♭, G, B together using fingers 1 - 3 - 5. With the left hand, use fingers 5 - 3 - 1.
Is E♭ augmented the same as D♯ augmented?
Yes. E♭ augmented and D♯ augmented use exactly the same piano keys. The name you see depends on the key signature of the piece.