A♭ major piano chord
The A♭ major chord (also written G♯), written A♭, on a keyboard. Its notes are A♭ – C – E♭ — free to print or download below.
Notes in the A♭ major chord
The A♭ major chord is built from the root, a major third and a perfect 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♭ major chord
- Find the notes. The A♭ major 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♭ major chord — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the A♭ major chord?
The A♭ major chord (A♭) is made up of the notes A♭ – C – E♭ — the root, a major third and a perfect fifth.
What is the chord symbol for A♭ major?
It is written as A♭. On a lead sheet or chord chart you would see "A♭" above the stave.
Is the A♭ major chord diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.