G6/9 chord on ukulele
G Six-Nine. Notes: G, B, D, E and A.
How to play G6/9
- Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 2 (A).
- Put your middle finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 2 (D).
- Put your ring finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 2 (B).
- Let the open E string ring.
- Strum all four strings.
All 4 ways to play G6/9
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyBarre at fret 4
MediumBarre at fret 7
HardFret 9 position
HardNotes and theory
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 G69.
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Questions
What notes are in the G6/9 chord?
G6/9 (G six-nine) is made of five notes: G (root), B (major third), D (perfect fifth), E (major sixth) and A (ninth).
How do you play G6/9 on ukulele?
The easiest G6/9 is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 2 (A). Put your middle finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 2 (D). Put your ring finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 2 (B).
Is G6/9 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 3 fretted notes 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.