# D major 9 Guitar Chord

> The D major 9 major 9 chord adds a major ninth E 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 4th inversion of D major 9.

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

## Chord Facts

- Symbol: Dmaj9
- Notes: D, F♯, A, C♯, E
- Intervals: 1 (D), 3 (F♯), 5 (A), 7 (C♯), 9 (E)
- Mood: lush, calming, vibrant, elegant
- Genres: Jazz, Soul, Pop, R&B
- Playable shapes: 122

## Quick Shapes

- Shape 1: 0 0 0 2 2 2 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-major-9/e/000222)
- Shape 2: 0 4 0 2 2 2 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-major-9/e/040222)
- Shape 3: 0 4 2 2 3 2 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-major-9/e/042232)
- Shape 4: 0 4 0 2 3 2 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-major-9/e/040232)
- Shape 5: 0 4 4 2 3 2 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-major-9/e/044232)
- Shape 6: 0 4 4 2 3 0 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-major-9/e/044230)
- Shape 7: 0 5 0 6 7 5 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-major-9/e/050675)
- Shape 8: 0 0 0 6 7 5 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-major-9/e/000675)

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