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E dominant ninth chord
The E9 chord (dominant ninth) is made of the notes E, G♯, B, D, F♯. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 5 ♭7 9.
E9
Ninths · 5 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | E | Unison |
| 3 | G♯ | Major third |
| 5 | B | Perfect fifth |
| ♭7 | D | Minor seventh |
| 9 | F♯ | Major ninth |
Inversions
- E9E G♯ B D F♯Root position
Frequently asked questions
- Which notes make up the E9 chord?
- The notes are E, G♯, B, D, F♯.
- What is the formula of the E9 chord?
- The formula is 1 3 5 ♭7 9: major third, perfect fifth, minor seventh, major ninth.
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