Accessible Page: Guitar Chord Dictionary: A Dominant Thirteen Sharp Ninth Chords
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Chord Shapes
There are 1 positions for this chord:
Position 1
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Mute the A string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the D string
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 6 of the G string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the B string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 8 of the high E string
Position Characteristics
- This position is movable
Audio file
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A 13(#9) Description
Welcome to our tutorial on the A 13(#9) chord, a complex and rich sounding chord that belongs to the Dominant Chords family. This chord is composed of the notes A, C#, E, G, B#, D, and F#, and is built using the intervals 1, 3, 5, b7, #9, 11, and 13. This may sound complicated, but don't worry, we will guide you through the process of understanding and playing this chord with clear chord diagrams and fretboard patterns.
The A 13(#9) chord is a favourite among jazz musicians, but it can add depth and complexity to any genre of music. It's important to understand that the intervals that make up this chord are not just random numbers, but specific musical distances between notes. If you're unfamiliar with the concept of intervals, our fretboard intervals tutorial will provide you with a solid foundation.
The A 13(#9) chord is an example of a dominant chord, which is a chord that creates a sense of tension and expectation. Dominant chords, such as the A 13(#9), often lead to a resolution to a different chord, creating a satisfying sense of musical completion. If you're interested in learning more about dominant chords, check out our dominant guitar chords tutorial.
Learning to play the A 13(#9) chord can be a bit challenging, especially if you're new to more complex chords. However, with practice and patience, you'll be able to add this chord to your repertoire and use it to create beautiful and interesting music. If you're ready to dive in, let's get started with our comprehensive guitar chord tutorial.
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