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A dominant ninth chord

The A9 chord (dominant ninth) is made of the notes A, C♯, E, G, B. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 5 ♭7 9.

A9

Ninths · 5 notes

Note names

How it is built

DegreeNoteInterval from the root
1AUnison
3C♯Major third
5EPerfect fifth
♭7GMinor seventh
9BMajor ninth

Inversions

  • A9A C♯ E G BRoot position

Frequently asked questions

Which notes make up the A9 chord?
The notes are A, C♯, E, G, B.
What is the formula of the A9 chord?
The formula is 1 3 5 ♭7 9: major third, perfect fifth, minor seventh, major ninth.

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