Ukulele A#m7 | B♭m7 chord diagram
A#m7 | B♭m7 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 4 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play A#m7 | B♭m7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play A#m7 | B♭m7, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string, C string, E string, and A string fret 1. A#m7 can also be written as B♭m7; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place G string with your index finger and C string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On G string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- A# - C# - F - G#
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5 - b7
- Chord Type
- Minor 7 — jazz and soul feel
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play A#m7 | B♭m7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele A#m7 | B♭m7 chord diagram1-1-4-1
Ukulele A#m7 | B♭m7 chord diagram3-1-4-1
Ukulele A#m7 | B♭m7 chord diagram3-1-4-4
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to A#m7 | B♭m7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. A#m7 | B♭m7 → A7 chord transition
To move from A#m7 | B♭m7 to A7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 1 and place it on C string fret 1.
2. A#m7 | B♭m7 → Bm7 chord transition
To move from A#m7 | B♭m7 to Bm7, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 1 to fret 2.
3. A#m7 | B♭m7 → A#7 | B♭7 chord transition
To move from A#m7 | B♭m7 to A#7 | B♭7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Place middle finger on C string fret 2.
4. A#m7 | B♭m7 → C#7 | D♭7 chord transition
To move from A#m7 | B♭m7 to C#7 | D♭7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Place middle finger on A string fret 2.
5. A#m7 | B♭m7 → F#add9 | G♭add9 chord transition
To move from A#m7 | B♭m7 to F#add9 | G♭add9, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Place middle finger on E string fret 2.
6. A#m7 | B♭m7 → Am7 chord transition
To move from A#m7 | B♭m7 to Am7, follow these steps:
- While playing A#m7 | B♭m7, lift your index finger from G string fret 1.
Songs Using A#m7 | B♭m7 Chord
Popular songs that feature the A#m7 | B♭m7 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A#m7 | B♭m7 suitable for beginners on Ukulele?
A#m7 | B♭m7 sits in the intermediate range for Ukulele players. It uses a 1-fret span and includes a barre technique. Work on clean tone before pushing tempo.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for A#m7 | B♭m7?
A#m7 | B♭m7 has a more accessible version for Ukulele players. The alternative voicing uses fingering 3-1-4-4. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.
Which songs include A#m7 | B♭m7?
Gilbert O’Sullivan - Alone Again (Naturally) Ukulele Chords is one of 4 songs featuring the A#m7 | B♭m7 chord.