# C major 9 Guitar Chord

> The C major 9 major 9 chord adds a major ninth D to the major 7th, creating an expansive, ethereal sound. Its rich harmonic structure enhances the major tonality with a modern, sophisticated vibe, ideal for jazz, ambient, and cinematic music. With E in the bass, this voicing functions as the 1st inversion of C major 9.

Source: https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-major-9/e

## Chord Facts

- Symbol: Cmaj9
- Notes: C, E, G, B, D
- Intervals: 1 (C), 3 (E), 5 (G), 7 (B), 9 (D)
- Mood: lush, calming, vibrant, elegant
- Genres: Jazz, Soul, Pop, R&B
- Playable shapes: 169

## Quick Shapes

- Shape 1: 0 2 0 0 1 0 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-major-9/e/020010)
- Shape 2: 0 3 0 0 0 0 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-major-9/e/030000)
- Shape 3: 0 2 0 0 1 3 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-major-9/e/020013)
- Shape 4: 0 3 0 0 0 3 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-major-9/e/030003)
- Shape 5: 0 3 0 4 0 3 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-major-9/e/030403)
- Shape 6: 0 3 0 4 3 3 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-major-9/e/030433)
- Shape 7: 0 3 5 4 3 3 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-major-9/e/035433)
- Shape 8: 0 3 0 5 0 3 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-major-9/e/030503)

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