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D major ninth chord

The Dmaj9 chord (major ninth) is made of the notes D, F♯, A, C♯, E. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 5 7 9.

Dmaj9

Ninths · 5 notes

Note names

How it is built

DegreeNoteInterval from the root
1DUnison
3F♯Major third
5APerfect fifth
7C♯Major seventh
9EMajor ninth

Inversions

  • Dmaj9D F♯ A C♯ ERoot position

Frequently asked questions

Which notes make up the Dmaj9 chord?
The notes are D, F♯, A, C♯, E.
What is the formula of the Dmaj9 chord?
The formula is 1 3 5 7 9: major third, perfect fifth, major seventh, major ninth.

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