The B-flat minor eleventh chord (B♭m11) is a six-note chord consisting of the notes B♭, D♭, F, A♭, C, and E♭. It is constructed by extending the B♭ minor seventh chord (B♭, D♭, F, A♭) with the addition of the ninth (C) and eleventh (E♭), creating a chord with rich, complex harmonic textures. This chord is commonly used in jazz, R&B, and contemporary music to provide lush, expressive soundscapes and deep emotional resonance within chord progressions. The B-flat minor eleventh chord serves as a versatile harmonic tool, offering smooth voice leading, enhancing melodic expression, and adding sophisticated tonal color to compositions while maintaining the introspective character of the minor tonality.
Name: B-flat minor eleventh chord
Notes: B♭, D♭, F, A♭, C, E♭
Intervals: 1, ♭3, 5, ♭7, 9, 11
Chord symbol: B♭m11
Alternative symbols: B♭-11, B♭mi11, B♭min11
Type: Hexad (six-note chord)
B-flat minor eleventh chord on the Staff
B-flat minor eleventh chord on Piano
B-flat minor eleventh chord on Guitar
B-flat minor eleventh chord on Ukulele
Rowan Ellis is a musician and educator with a passion for exploring the language of harmony and melody. With years of experience across classical, jazz, and contemporary styles, Rowan breaks down music theory into clear, practical insights. His goal is to make chords and scales less intimidating and more inspiring for every musician.