root position: Gsus4
G – C – D · RH 1-3-5, LH 5-3-1
Gsus4 Piano Chord
The G sus4 chord (Gsus4) is made of the notes G, C and D. Its formula is 1 – 4 – 5.
Notes in Gsus4
| Note | Formula | Interval from root |
|---|---|---|
| G | 1 | root |
| C | 4 | perfect 4th |
| D | 5 | perfect 5th |
How to play Gsus4 on piano
- Right hand: fingers 1-3-5
- Left hand: fingers 5-3-1
Fingers are numbered from the thumb (1) to the little finger (5).
Gsus4 inversions
1st inversion: Gsus4/C
C – D – G · RH 1-2-5, LH 5-3-1
2nd inversion: Gsus4/D
D – G – C · RH 1-3-5, LH 5-2-1
Other names for Gsus4
Gsus4 is also written as Gsus.
Keys that contain Gsus4
Gsus4 is not one of the basic chords of any major or minor key. It is usually used as a passing or colour chord.