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Dm(add9) chord

D minor added 9th

C4
D
F
A
C5
E

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Notes

  • D
    R
  • F
    b3
  • A
    5
  • E
    9

Formula: R – b3 – 5 – 9

Dm(add9) inversions

The same notes, with a different note in the bass.

Root position Dm(add9)

C4
D
F
A
C5

1st inversion Dm(add9)/F

C4
F
A
C5
D

2nd inversion Dm(add9)/A

C4
A
C5
D
F

FAQ

What notes are in the Dm(add9) chord?

The D minor added 9th chord (Dm(add9)) has 4 notes: D, F, A and E.

How do you play Dm(add9) on the piano?

Put your right hand on D, F, A and E, starting from D. A common fingering for three-note chords is thumb (1), middle finger (3) and little finger (5).

What is the formula of a minor added 9th chord?

R – b3 – 5 – 9 (in semitones from the root: 0, 3, 7, 14).