The C-flat dominant seventh suspended fourth chord is a compelling and harmonically rich chord made up of the notes C♭, F♭, G♭, and B𝄫. By replacing the third with a perfect fourth (F♭) while retaining the dominant seventh (B𝄫), this chord creates a sense of suspension and unresolved tension that naturally seeks resolution. The C-flat dominant seventh suspended fourth chord is often used in jazz, rock, and contemporary music to add drama, anticipation, and expressive harmonic color, providing musicians with a versatile tool to enrich chord progressions and melodic phrasing.
Name: C-flat dominant seventh suspended fourth chord
Notes: C♭, F♭, G♭, B𝄫
Intervals: 1, 4, 5, ♭7
Chord symbol: C♭7sus4
Alternative symbols: C♭7(sus4), C♭7sus
Type: Tetrad (four-note chord)
C-flat dominant seventh suspended fourth chord on the Staff
C-flat dominant seventh suspended fourth chord on Piano
C-flat dominant seventh suspended fourth chord on Guitar
C-flat dominant seventh suspended fourth 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.