Bmaj9
notes
The chord Bmaj9 is made up of these notes:
B
D#
F#
A#
C#
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The B major ninth chord (Bmaj9) is a lush, expansive chord made up of five notes: B, D#, F#, A#, and C#. It begins with a strong foundational B note, followed by a bright major third, a solid perfect fifth, a smooth major seventh, and a sweet ninth. This combination gives the chord a dreamy, sophisticated character, often heard in jazz, pop, and soul music. Musicians love using the Bmaj9 chord to add a touch of elegance and richness to chord progressions, making it ideal for creating a relaxed, yet emotionally resonant feel in a song. Whether in a smooth jazz ballad or a chill pop tune, the Bmaj9 effortlessly elevates the musical atmosphere.
InversionsChord inversions refer to the different ways you can play a chord by rearranging the order of its notes. When a chord is inverted, one or more notes are shifted up an octave, changing the "bass" or lowest note of the chord. Even though the notes remain the same, the overall sound and feel of the chord changes depending on which note is the lowest.
Inversion 1
D#4
F#4
A#4
C#5
B4
Inversion 2
F#4
A#4
C#5
B4
D#5
Inversion 3
A#4
C#5
B4
D#5
F#5
Inversion 4
C#5
B4
D#5
F#5
A#5