Amaj9 chord on ukulele
A Major Ninth. Notes: A, C#, E, G# and B.
How to play Amaj9
- Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#).
- Put your middle finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 1 (C#).
- Put your ring finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 2 (B).
- Let the open E string ring.
- Strum all four strings.
Lowest note: G#Strings played: 4 of 4Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play Amaj9
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyBarre at fret 4
MediumBarre at fret 7
MediumFret 9 position
HardNotes and theory
Aroot
C#3 · major third
E5 · perfect fifth
G#7 · major seventh
B9 · ninth
The major ninth extends a major seventh with a ninth. It is one of the richest-sounding major chords. The formula is 1 3 5 7 9.
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Questions
What notes are in the Amaj9 chord?
Amaj9 (A major ninth) is made of five notes: A (root), C# (major third), E (perfect fifth), G# (major seventh) and B (ninth).
How do you play Amaj9 on ukulele?
The easiest Amaj9 is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#). Put your middle finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 1 (C#). Put your ring finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 2 (B).
Is Amaj9 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 3 fretted notes plus open strings.
What does a major ninth chord sound like?
The major ninth extends a major seventh with a ninth. It is one of the richest-sounding major chords.