Finger Positions

Root Note E

Name E augmented major seventh over G

Intervals 1P-3M-5A-7M

Relative Minor C#m

Notes G, E, G#, C, D#

Aliases

How to play the Eaugmaj7/G Chord

The Eaugmaj7/G is a fundamental major chord in guitar music. To play this chord correctly, ensure your fingers are placed precisely on the frets indicated in the diagram above.

Music Theory Analysis

From a theoretical perspective, the E augmented major seventh over G is built using the 1P, 3M, 5A, 7M intervals. In the key of E Major, this chord functions as the I chord.

Common Progressions

In music composition, the Eaugmaj7/G chord is often used to create tension or resolution.

I-V-vi-IV

E → B → C#m → A

vi-IV-I-V

C#m → A → E → B

The Diatonic Family

Understanding the "family" of chords that belong to E helps with transposition and ear training.

Triads

E F#m G#m A B C#m D#dim

7ths

Emaj7 F#m7 G#m7 Amaj7 B7 C#m7 D#m7b5

Scale Compatibility

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* 0 scales found containing the notes G, E, G#, C, D#.

Acoustic & Digital Analysis

Digital footprint of the Eaugmaj7/G chord for MIDI programming and synthesizer sound design.

MIDI Numbers 67, 64, 68, 60, 63

Frequencies (Hz)

391.99543598174927, 329.6275569128699, 415.3046975799451, 261.6255653005986, 311.1269837220809