Chord Information
Learn how to play Cmaj9 on piano
Notes in Chord
C
E
G
B
D
Intervals
1
M3
P5
M7
M9
Inversion
Notes (bottom to top): C4 - E4 - G4 - B4 - D4
Right Hand Fingering
Fingers: 1-2-3-4-5
1=thumb, 2=index
3=middle, 4=ring, 5=pinky
3=middle, 4=ring, 5=pinky
Interactive Piano
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C
D
E
F
G
A
B
C#
D#
F#
G#
A#
How to Play Cmaj9 on Piano
- Place your thumb on C.
- Place your index finger on E.
- Place your middle finger on G.
- Place your ring finger on B.
- Place your pinky finger on D.
- Press all keys simultaneously to hear the Cmaj9 chord.
Recommended fingering: 1-2-3-4-5 (right hand)
Cmaj9 Chord Inversions
The Cmaj9 chord can be played in different inversions:
Root Position
C - E - G - B - D (bass note: C)
First Inversion
E - G - B - D - C (bass note: E)
Second Inversion
G - B - D - C - E (bass note: G)
Common Chord Progressions Using Cmaj9
I-IV-V Progression
Common chord progression
C→F→G
I-V-vi-IV Progression
Common chord progression
C→G→Am→F
Practice Tips for Cmaj9
- Start slowly and focus on pressing all keys simultaneously for a clean sound.
- Practice transitioning between Cmaj9 and other common chords to build muscle memory.
- Extended chords can be challenging - ensure each note rings clearly.
- Experiment with voicing variations by omitting the fifth or other notes for different textures.