Am9/G chord on guitar
A Minor Ninth Over G. Notes: A, C, E, G and B.
How to play Am9/G
- Put your index finger on the 4th (D) string at fret 2 (E).
- Put your middle finger on the 6th (low E) string at fret 3 (G).
- Let the open A, G, B and high E strings ring.
- Strum from the low E string down.
Lowest note: G (the root)Strings played: 6 of 6Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play Am9/G
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyOpen position
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EasyNotes and theory
Aroot
Cb3 · minor third
E5 · perfect fifth
Gb7 · minor seventh
B9 · ninth
The minor ninth extends a minor seventh with a ninth: lush and smooth, a neo-soul and jazz staple. The formula is 1 b3 5 b7 9.
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Questions
What notes are in the Am9/G chord?
Am9/G (A minor ninth over G) is made of five notes: A (root), C (minor third), E (perfect fifth), G (minor seventh) and B (ninth). The slash means G is played as the lowest note.
How do you play Am9/G on guitar?
The easiest Am9/G is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 4th (D) string at fret 2 (E). Put your middle finger on the 6th (low E) string at fret 3 (G). Let the open A, G, B and high E strings ring.
Is Am9/G hard to play on guitar?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 2 fretted notes plus open strings.
What does a minor ninth chord sound like?
The minor ninth extends a minor seventh with a ninth: lush and smooth, a neo-soul and jazz staple.