C6/9 chord on ukulele
C Six-Nine. Notes: C, E, G, A and D.
How to play C6/9
- Put your middle finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 2 (D).
- Let the open G, E and A strings ring.
- Strum all four strings.
Lowest note: GStrings played: 4 of 4Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play C6/9
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyFret 5 position
MediumFret 2 position
MediumBarre at fret 9
HardNotes and theory
Croot
E3 · major third
G5 · perfect fifth
A6 · major sixth
D9 · ninth
The 6/9 chord adds both the sixth and the ninth to a major triad: a warm, final-sounding chord used to end jazz and bossa tunes. The formula is 1 3 5 6 9, and you will also see it written as C69.
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Questions
What notes are in the C6/9 chord?
C6/9 (C six-nine) is made of five notes: C (root), E (major third), G (perfect fifth), A (major sixth) and D (ninth).
How do you play C6/9 on ukulele?
The easiest C6/9 is the "open position" shape. Put your middle finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 2 (D). Let the open G, E and A strings ring. Strum all four strings.
Is C6/9 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 1 fretted note plus open strings.
What does a six-nine chord sound like?
The 6/9 chord adds both the sixth and the ninth to a major triad: a warm, final-sounding chord used to end jazz and bossa tunes.