E ninth piano chord (E9)
A ninth chord adds a ninth to the seventh chord. A rich, groovy sound, typical of funk, soul and blues.
On the keyboard
Root position
- Notes
- E – G♯ – B – D – F♯
- Fingering (right hand)
- 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5
Chord notes
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| E | root |
| G♯ (G sharp) | major third |
| B | perfect fifth |
| D | minor seventh |
| F♯ (F sharp) | major ninth |
Formula: 1 – 3 – 5 – b7 – 9 · E – G♯ – B – D – F♯
A progression with this chord
The basis of blues and funk: the ninth chord on the first degree, then on the fourth.