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C add9 (added ninth) chord
The Cadd9 chord (add9 (added ninth)) is made of the notes C, E, G, D. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 5 9.
Cadd9
Ninths · 4 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | C | Unison |
| 3 | E | Major third |
| 5 | G | Perfect fifth |
| 9 | D | Major ninth |
Inversions
- Cadd9C E G DRoot position
Frequently asked questions
- Which notes make up the Cadd9 chord?
- The notes are C, E, G, D.
- What is the formula of the Cadd9 chord?
- The formula is 1 3 5 9: major third, perfect fifth, major ninth.
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