G#9 chord on ukulele
G Sharp Dominant Ninth, also written Ab9. Notes: G#, C, D#, F# and A#.
How to play G#9
- Put your index finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 2 (F#).
- Put your middle finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 3 (A#).
- Put your ring finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 3 (D#).
- Put your pinky finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 3 (C).
- Strum all four strings.
All 4 ways to play G#9
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Fret 2 position
EasyFret 5 position
MediumBarre at fret 8
HardBarre at fret 11
HardNotes and theory
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. Strictly by music theory the notes are spelled G#, B#, D#, F# and A#; B# is the same key as C.
More G# chords
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Questions
What notes are in the G#9 chord?
G#9 (G sharp dominant ninth) is made of five notes: G# (root), C (major third), D# (perfect fifth), F# (minor seventh) and A# (ninth).
How do you play G#9 on ukulele?
The easiest G#9 is the "fret 2 position" shape. Put your index finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 2 (F#). Put your middle finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 3 (A#). Put your ring finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 3 (D#).
Is G#9 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.