A aug Chord
A aug has 3 notes: A · C# · E#
A aug
Symbol: Aaug
Notes: A, C#, E#
Type: Augmented
Variations: 4 positions shown
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Notes and intervals in A aug chord
Good idea to know the intervals:
| Note | Interval | Function |
|---|---|---|
| A | 1P | Root |
| C# | 3M | Major 3rd |
| E# | 5A | 5A |
The root (A) is the core. Other notes stack on top to create the augmented tonality.
How to play A aug
Play each string individually first, each note should ring clearly. Then try strumming.
For barre chords, use your index finger to press down all strings at one fret (works as a movable capo), while your other fingers form the shape. This can be hard, but you'll get there!
Questions about the Aaug chord
What notes are in A aug chord?
A aug chord contains the notes A, C#, E#. You play them together to get augmented sound. You can also play the same note over different strings to get fuller sounds.
How do you play A aug on guitar?
Find Aaug on the fretboard by locating the root note (A) and applying the augmented shape. The augmented chord formula is: Root, Major 3rd, 5A.
What does A aug chord sound like?
A aug has a complex quality. It's commonly used in many genres music.