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F major ninth chord
The Fmaj9 chord (major ninth) is made of the notes F, A, C, E, G. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 5 7 9.
Fmaj9
Ninths · 5 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | F | Unison |
| 3 | A | Major third |
| 5 | C | Perfect fifth |
| 7 | E | Major seventh |
| 9 | G | Major ninth |
Inversions
- Fmaj9F A C E GRoot position
Frequently asked questions
- Which notes make up the Fmaj9 chord?
- The notes are F, A, C, E, G.
- What is the formula of the Fmaj9 chord?
- The formula is 1 3 5 7 9: major third, perfect fifth, major seventh, major ninth.
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