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Fadd9 chord

F added 9th

C4
F
A
C
G

Want it in context? Open Fadd9 on the full piano.

Notes

  • F
    R
  • A
    3
  • C
    5
  • G
    9

Formula: R – 3 – 5 – 9

Fadd9 inversions

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

Root position Fadd9

C4
F
A
C

1st inversion Fadd9/A

C4
A
C
F

2nd inversion Fadd9/C

C
F
A
C6

FAQ

What notes are in the Fadd9 chord?

The F added 9th chord (Fadd9) has 4 notes: F, A, C and G.

How do you play Fadd9 on the piano?

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

What is the formula of a added 9th chord?

R – 3 – 5 – 9 (in semitones from the root: 0, 4, 7, 14).