Gb7(#9) Guitar Chord | Play, Hear and Practice Interactively
The Gb 7(#9) chord belongs to the Dominant Chords family, featuring a unique blend of notes: Gb, Bb, Db, Fb, and A. These notes correspond to the intervals Root (1), Major Third (3), Perfect Fifth (5), Minor Seventh (b7), and Augmented Ninth (#9). Use the interactive fretboard tool at the top of this page to explore every fingering, listen to the chord played as a strum or arpeggio, and get instant feedback on your playing with the real-time microphone feedback.
This chord is often found in various music genres, including jazz and blues, and its characteristic sharp 9th adds a distinct, tension-filled quality. To fully grasp how this chord functions, dive into our guide on Ninth Chords, and deepen your understanding of its role in harmony with our Dominant Chord tutorial. For a comprehensive look at how chords are built, explore our Chord Construction article. Mastering new chord shapes takes practice, so don't forget to check out our tips to Improve Chords Change for smoother playing.
Scroll down to find comprehensive chord diagrams for the Gb7(#9), ranked from the easiest open positions to more advanced barre shapes. You'll also discover additional music theory insights, popular songs that feature this chord, and the keys where it commonly appears. Before you explore these diagrams, make sure to use the interactive tool above to hear and practice the chord. Set a comfortable tempo with the drum and BPM tool, strum the chord, and let the mic feedback guide your fingers – this hands-on approach is the most effective way to internalize new chords quickly.
Notes of the Gb 7(#9) chord:
How the Dominant Seventh Sharp Ninth Added chord is built:
Fingerings for the Gb7(#9) guitar chord
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FAQ
What notes are in the Gb 7(#9) guitar chord?
The Gb 7(#9) chord is composed of five distinct notes: Gb, Bb, Db, Fb, and A.
What musical intervals form the Gb 7(#9) chord?
The Gb 7(#9) chord is constructed using the following intervals relative to its root (Gb): the Root (1), Major Third (3), Perfect Fifth (5), Minor Seventh (b7), and Augmented Ninth (#9).
Why is the Gb 7(#9) considered a dominant chord?
The Gb 7(#9) chord is classified as a dominant chord primarily because it contains a Minor Seventh interval (Fb). Chords with a root, major third, perfect fifth, and minor seventh are members of the dominant chord family, and the #9 is an extension of this dominant sound.
In what music genres is the Gb 7(#9) chord commonly used?
The Gb 7(#9) chord is often encountered in various music genres, particularly in jazz and blues, where its unique sound adds tension and color.
What does the '#9' in Gb 7(#9) signify?
The '#9' in the Gb 7(#9) chord name indicates the presence of an Augmented Ninth interval (A) above the root (Gb). This interval gives the chord its characteristic 'sharp nine' sound.
Why is there an Fb note in the Gb 7(#9) chord instead of an E?
The note Fb is used in the Gb 7(#9) chord to represent the Minor Seventh interval. While Fb is enharmonically equivalent to E, Fb is the correct theoretical spelling when building a seventh chord from a Gb root, as it maintains the sequence of diatonic intervals required for the chord's construction.