A augmented ukulele chord (Aaug)
An augmented chord stacks two major thirds, with an augmented fifth. Strange and floating, it often works as a transition between two chords.
Positions and fingerings
Position 1 open position
Position 2 fret 4
Position 3 fret 8
× muted string · o open string · numbers: fingers (1 index, 2 middle, 3 ring, 4 pinky) · strings from the 4th (left) to the 1st
Chord notes
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| A | root |
| C♯ (C sharp) | major third |
| E♯ (E sharp) | augmented fifth |
Formula: 1 – 3 – #5 · A – C♯ – E♯
A progression with this chord
The augmented chord connects the major chord to the chord built on the fourth.