E9 chord on ukulele
E Dominant Ninth. Notes: E, G#, B, D and F#.
How to play E9
- Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#).
- Put your middle finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 2 (D).
- Put your ring finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 2 (F#).
- Put your pinky finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 2 (B).
- Strum all four strings.
Lowest note: G#Strings played: 4 of 4Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play E9
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Fret 1 position
EasyBarre at fret 4
MediumBarre at fret 7
HardFret 10 position
HardNotes and theory
Eroot
G#3 · major third
B5 · perfect fifth
Db7 · minor seventh
F#9 · ninth
The dominant ninth is a seventh chord with a ninth on top. It is a funk and blues favorite with a fuller sound than a plain 7. The formula is 1 3 5 b7 9.
More E chords
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Questions
What notes are in the E9 chord?
E9 (E dominant ninth) is made of five notes: E (root), G# (major third), B (perfect fifth), D (minor seventh) and F# (ninth).
How do you play E9 on ukulele?
The easiest E9 is the "fret 1 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 2 (D). Put your ring finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 2 (F#).
Is E9 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 4 fretted notes.
What does a dominant ninth chord sound like?
The dominant ninth is a seventh chord with a ninth on top. It is a funk and blues favorite with a fuller sound than a plain 7.