Emadd9
notes
The chord Emadd9 is made up of these notes:
E
G
B
F#
play
strum
The E minor add nine chord (Emadd9) is a delightful blend of notes that gives it a unique sound. Made up of E, G, B, and F#, this chord takes the basic E minor—comprised of E, G, and B—and adds F#, which is the ninth note. This addition creates a fresh, airy quality that musicians find appealing. You’ll often encounter the Emadd9 in genres like folk, acoustic, and indie music, where it adds a touch of brightness without losing the underlying melancholy of the minor chord. Its role in a progression is to offer a sense of openness and anticipation, making it perfect for parts of a song where a gentle lift is needed.
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
G3
B3
F#4
E4
Inversion 2
B3
F#4
E4
G4
Inversion 3
F#4
E4
G4
B4