G suspended 2nd chord on piano
Gsus2 is a suspended 2nd chord built on G. It uses the notes G - A - D and sounds open and airy, neither major nor minor.
- Notes
- G A D
- Formula
- 1 - 2 - 5
- Right hand fingering
- 1 - 3 - 5
- Left hand fingering
- 5 - 3 - 1
- Chord symbol
- Gsus2
How to play Gsus2 step by step
- Find G. G is the white key between the first and second black keys of the group of three.
- Add A, 2 half steps above G.
- Add D, 7 half steps above G.
- 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.
Gsus2 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 G suspended 2nd chord?
The G suspended 2nd chord (Gsus2) contains 3 notes: G, A, D. Its formula is 1 - 2 - 5.
How do you play Gsus2 on piano?
Put your right-hand thumb on G and play G, A, D together using fingers 1 - 3 - 5. With the left hand, use fingers 5 - 3 - 1.