Cmaj9 chord on ukulele
C Major Ninth. Notes: C, E, G, B and D.
How to play Cmaj9
- Put your index finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 2 (D).
- Put your middle finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 2 (B).
- Let the open G and E strings ring.
- Strum all four strings.
Lowest note: GStrings played: 4 of 4Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play Cmaj9
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyBarre at fret 4
MediumBarre at fret 7
HardBarre at fret 10
HardNotes and theory
Croot
E3 · major third
G5 · perfect fifth
B7 · major seventh
D9 · 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 Cmaj9 chord?
Cmaj9 (C major ninth) is made of five notes: C (root), E (major third), G (perfect fifth), B (major seventh) and D (ninth).
How do you play Cmaj9 on ukulele?
The easiest Cmaj9 is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 2 (D). Put your middle finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 2 (B). Let the open G and E strings ring.
Is Cmaj9 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 2 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.