# 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-major-9

## Chord Facts

- Symbol: Gmaj9
- 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: 38

## Quick Shapes

- Shape 1: 3 0 0 0 0 2 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-major-9/300002)
- Shape 2: 3 0 0 2 0 2 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-major-9/300202)
- Shape 3: 3 2 0 2 0 2 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-major-9/320202)
- Shape 4: 3 0 0 4 0 2 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-major-9/300402)
- Shape 5: 3 5 4 4 3 5 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-major-9/354435)
- Shape 6: 3 5 4 0 0 5 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-major-9/354005)
- Shape 7: 3 5 4 4 0 5 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-major-9/354405)
- Shape 8: 3 2 5 2 3 2 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/g-major-9/325232)

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