# G♭ major 9 Guitar Chord

> The G♭ major 9 major 9 chord adds a major ninth A♭ 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/g-flat-major-9

## Chord Facts

- Symbol: G♭maj9
- Notes: G♭, B♭, D♭, F, A♭
- Intervals: 1 (G♭), 3 (B♭), 5 (D♭), 7 (F), 9 (A♭)
- Mood: lush, calming, vibrant, elegant
- Genres: Jazz, Soul, Pop, R&B
- Playable shapes: 6

## Quick Shapes

- Shape 1: 2 4 3 3 2 4 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-flat-major-9/243324)
- Shape 2: 2 1 4 1 2 1 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-flat-major-9/214121)
- Shape 3: -1 9 6 6 6 6 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-flat-major-9/x96666)
- Shape 4: 14 11 11 11 11 13 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-flat-major-9/ebbbbd)
- Shape 5: 14 11 11 13 11 13 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-flat-major-9/ebbdbd)
- Shape 6: 2 4 3 3 -1 4 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-flat-major-9/2433x4)

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