Finger Positions

Gmaj11/E diagram
Root Note G
Name G maj11 over E
Intervals 1P-3M-5P-11P
Relative Minor Em
Notes E, G, B, D, C
Aliases

How to play the Gmaj11/E Chord

The Gmaj11/E 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 G maj11 over E is built using the 1P, 3M, 5P, 11P intervals. In the key of G Major, this chord functions as the I chord.

Common Progressions

In music composition, the Gmaj11/E chord is often used to create tension or resolution.

I-V-vi-IV

G D Em C

vi-IV-I-V

Em C G D

The Diatonic Family

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

Scale Compatibility

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

Acoustic & Digital Analysis

Digital footprint of the Gmaj11/E chord for MIDI programming and synthesizer sound design.

MIDI Numbers 64, 67, 71, 62, 60
Frequencies (Hz)

329.6275569128699, 391.99543598174927, 493.8833012561241, 293.6647679174076, 261.6255653005986