Chord · 6ths & Adds
Gadd2 — G Added 2nd
Gadd2 is the G added 2nd chord. It is built on the root G with major 2nd (A), major 3rd (B) and perfect 5th (D) above it — the formula 1 2 3 5, sounding the notes G A B D. On the piano it sits at G (octave 4) and above in the library's voicing; the same 4 notes in any octave are still Gadd2.
- Root
- G
- Quality
- Added 2nd
- Formula
- 1 2 3 5
- Notes
- G A B D
On the keyboard
The notes of Gadd2
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root | Pitch |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | G | root | G4 |
| 2 | A | major 2nd | A4 |
| 3 | B | major 3rd | B4 |
| 5 | D | perfect 5th | D5 |
Other 6ths & adds on G
Added 2nd chords on every root
Part of the chord reference. See also the scales and the keys.