The B minor eleventh chord, often notated as Bm11, is a six-note chord consisting of B (root), D (minor third), F♯ (perfect fifth), A (minor seventh), C♯ (major ninth), and E (perfect eleventh). By extending the B minor seventh chord with the added ninth and eleventh, this chord creates a rich, layered, and harmonically complex sound. The B minor eleventh chord is frequently used in jazz, R&B, and contemporary music to provide depth and sophistication to chord progressions, allowing for smooth voice leading and expressive melodic interplay. Its combination of minor tonality with extended intervals produces a lush, textured sound that conveys both emotional nuance and harmonic versatility, making it a powerful tool for creating dynamic and compelling musical landscapes.
Name: B minor eleventh chord
Notes: B, D, F♯, A, C♯, E
Intervals: 1, ♭3, 5, ♭7, 9, 11
Chord symbol: Bm11
Alternative symbols: B-11, Bmi11, Bmin11
Type: Hexad (six-note chord)
B minor eleventh chord on the Staff
B minor eleventh chord on Piano
B minor eleventh chord on Guitar
B 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.