# 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.

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

## Chord Facts

- Symbol: C♯maj9
- 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: 6

## Quick Shapes

- Shape 1: 9 11 10 10 9 11 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-sharp-major-9/9baa9b)
- Shape 2: -1 4 1 1 1 1 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-sharp-major-9/x41111)
- Shape 3: 9 6 6 6 6 8 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-sharp-major-9/966668)
- Shape 4: 9 6 6 8 6 8 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-sharp-major-9/966868)
- Shape 5: 9 8 11 8 9 8 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-sharp-major-9/98b898)
- Shape 6: 9 11 10 10 -1 11 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/c-sharp-major-9/9baaxb)

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