C Major 9th
Cmaj9
chordAt a Glance
- Formula:
- C major9
| Notes | C | E | G | B | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Degree Labels | R | 3 | 5 | 7 | 9 |
Piano
Fretboard
Degree 5 omitted - doesn't fit six strings within a playable hand span.
What It Is
A major seventh chord plus a major ninth above the root. Notes: C, E, G, B, D.
How It Functions
A lush, colorful tonic chord - even smoother and more 'complete'-sounding than a plain major seventh.
Appears In These Progressions
Not found in any of the seeded progressions or cadences.
Real Song Examples
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