Guitar chord B7(b9) - diagrams and theory
Today, we are going to dive into the world of Dominant Chords and specifically, the B 7(b9) chord. This chord is constructed by the notes B, D#, F#, A, and C, creating a unique and rich sound.
The B 7(b9) chord is built with the intervals 1, 3, 5, b7, and b9. If you're not familiar with these intervals, they correspond to the Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, Minor Seventh, and Minor Ninth. For a comprehensive understanding of these intervals, you can check out our tutorial about fretboard intervals.
Understanding how to build chords by stacking intervals is a crucial part of mastering the guitar. To learn more about this process, our tutorial that teaches how to build chords by stacking intervals is a great place to start.
As a chord from the Dominant family, the B 7(b9) is often used in jazz chord progressions, among other genres. To see this chord in action, you may want to explore our tutorial about jazz chord progressions.
Our lesson today will guide you on how to play the B 7(b9) chord, providing chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that highlight the tones composing the chord. If you're interested in learning more about chord notation based on the intervals that compose it, our tutorial on how to denote chords will be a valuable resource.
So, let's get started on mastering the B 7(b9) chord, a true gem in the world of dominant (7) guitar chords.
Notes that compose the B 7(b9) chord:
BD#F#AC
Tones in the Dominant Seventh Flat Nine Added chord:
B7(b9) Guitar Chord Voicings
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If you have difficulties with bar chord shapes, check the Bar Chords Tips tutorial.
You can also use this accessible chords page with written diagrams instruction.
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Play This Chord With Other Roots
C 7(b9) | D 7(b9) | E 7(b9) | F 7(b9) | G 7(b9) | A 7(b9) | B 7(b9) | C#7(b9) | D#7(b9) | F#7(b9) | G#7(b9) | A#7(b9) | Ab7(b9) | Bb7(b9) | Db7(b9) | Eb7(b9) | Gb7(b9)
Create your B 7(b9) chord shapes
Pick some of the tones from the fretboard map below and play this chord in new ways.