The B-sharp minor thirteenth chord is an elaborate and harmonically rich chord consisting of the notes B♯, D♯, F𝄪, A♯, C𝄪, E♯, and G𝄪. Building upon a minor seventh chord and extending it with the ninth, eleventh, and thirteenth intervals, this chord creates a lush and sophisticated sound that is ideal for jazz, fusion, and contemporary compositions. The B♯ serves as the root, the D♯ establishes the minor third that gives the chord its dark character, the F𝄪 adds the perfect fifth for stability, the A♯ introduces the minor seventh, the C𝄪 and E♯ add the ninth and eleventh for harmonic richness, and the G𝄪 completes the thirteenth, adding depth and color. The B-sharp minor thirteenth chord is perfect for creating complex, expressive progressions, offering both tension and resolution with a highly textured harmonic palette.
Name: B-sharp minor thirteenth chord
Notes: B♯, D♯, F𝄪, A♯, C𝄪, E♯, G𝄪
Intervals: 1, ♭3, 5, ♭7, 9, 11, 13
Chord symbol: B♯m13
Alternative symbols: B♯-13, B♯mi13, B♯min13
Type: Heptad (seven-note chord)
B-sharp minor thirteenth chord on the Staff
B-sharp minor thirteenth chord on Piano
B-sharp minor thirteenth chord on Guitar
B-sharp minor thirteenth 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.