Fmaj9 chord on ukulele
F Major Ninth. Notes: F, A, C, E and G.
How to play Fmaj9
- Let the open G, C, E and A strings ring.
- Strum all four strings.
Lowest note: GStrings played: 4 of 4Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play Fmaj9
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyBarre at fret 3
MediumFret 5 position
MediumBarre at fret 9
HardNotes and theory
Froot
A3 · major third
C5 · perfect fifth
E7 · major seventh
G9 · 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 Fmaj9 chord?
Fmaj9 (F major ninth) is made of five notes: F (root), A (major third), C (perfect fifth), E (major seventh) and G (ninth).
How do you play Fmaj9 on ukulele?
The easiest Fmaj9 is the "open position" shape. Let the open G, C, E and A strings ring. Strum all four strings.
Is Fmaj9 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 0 fretted note 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.