A♭ augmented piano chord
The A♭ augmented chord (also written G♯), written A♭aug, on a keyboard. Its notes are A♭ – C – E — free to print or download below.
Notes in the A♭ augmented chord
The A♭ augmented chord is built from the root, a major third and an augmented fifth, giving the notesA♭ – C – E. On the keyboard diagram those keys are shaded so you can see the shape at a glance.
How to play the A♭ augmented chord
- Find the notes. The A♭ augmented chord uses the notes A♭ – C – E. Locate each one on your keyboard using the diagram above.
- Place your fingers. In root position, play A♭ – C – E together — thumb on the lowest note and the remaining fingers on the notes above.
- Play it as a block or broken. Play all the notes at once for a solid chord, or one after another for an arpeggio.
A♭ augmented chord — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the A♭ augmented chord?
The A♭ augmented chord (A♭aug) is made up of the notes A♭ – C – E — the root, a major third and an augmented fifth.
What is the chord symbol for A♭ augmented?
It is written as A♭aug. On a lead sheet or chord chart you would see "A♭aug" above the stave.
Is the A♭ augmented chord diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.