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Chord Shapes

There are 5 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the G string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 2 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 3 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the B string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 3 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the G string play without pressing any fret
• Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 2 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 3 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 8 of the B string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 9 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 10 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 10 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 4

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the D string play without pressing any fret
• Let the G string play without pressing any fret
• Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 3 of the A string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 3 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 5

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the D string play without pressing any fret
• Let the G string play without pressing any fret
• Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the B string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the A string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

C add9 Description

One of the most beautiful and versatile chords in the guitar world is the C add9 chord. Belonging to the Major Chords family, this chord is composed of the notes C, E, G, and D. It's a rich chord that can add depth and complexity to your music, making it a favorite among many musicians.

The C add9 chord is built using a specific set of music intervals: 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), 5 (Perfect Fifth), and 9 (Major Ninth). Understanding these intervals is crucial to mastering the chord and its variations. If you're not familiar with these terms, our tutorial about fretboard intervals is a great place to start.

Learning to play the C add9 chord requires a good understanding of chord structure and fretboard patterns. Our tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals can provide you with the necessary knowledge to master this and other complex chords.

Once you've grasped the theory behind the C add9 chord, you'll want to learn how to play it on the guitar. Our full tutorial on guitar chords includes detailed chord diagrams and fretboard patterns showing the tones that compose the C add9 chord.

Finally, as you become more comfortable with the C add9 chord, you might want to explore other similar chords. Our tutorial on ninth (9) guitar chords is a great resource for expanding your chord vocabulary.

Mastering the C add9 chord can open up a new world of musical possibilities. So grab your guitar, start practicing, and let the music flow!

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