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