The F-sharp major thirteenth chord is a rich and harmonically sophisticated chord that consists of the notes F♯, A♯, C♯, E♯, G♯, B, and D♯. Building on the F♯ major eleventh chord, the addition of D♯, the thirteenth, creates an extended, layered sound that adds depth, brightness, and melodic complexity. F♯ serves as the root, providing a strong tonal foundation, while A♯, the major third, and C♯, the perfect fifth, maintain harmonic stability. E♯, the major seventh, introduces elegance and a dreamy character, G♯, the ninth, adds a smooth melodic extension, and B, the eleventh, enriches the chord’s texture, making it particularly effective in jazz, fusion, and contemporary music for creating expansive, expressive, and intricately textured progressions.
Name: F-sharp major thirteenth chord
Notes: F♯, A♯, C♯, E♯, G♯, B, D♯
Intervals: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13
Chord symbol: F♯maj13
Alternative symbols: F♯Δ13, F♯ma13, F♯MA13, F♯M13
Type: Heptad (seven-note chord)
F-sharp major thirteenth chord on the Staff
F-sharp major thirteenth chord on Piano
F-sharp major thirteenth chord on Guitar
F-sharp major 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.