Want to learn how to play a C add9 chord? This complete guide shows you how to make and play a C add9 chord on any instrument. Whether you're searching for "how to play c add9", "c chord", or "how to make a c chord" - you'll find the notes, formula, and fingering diagrams you need.
How to Make & Play a C Add 9th Chord
Chord Formula
1 3 5 9
Solfege Names
Do - Mi - Sol - Re
C Major Scale (Chord Formula Reference)
Steps: W W H W W W H
Chord formulas reference degrees from this scale (e.g., 1-3-5 = C-E-G)
How to Build a C Add 9th Chord: Step-by-Step
C Add 9th Chord Notes and Formula
Learn how to construct this chord using the chord formula
Start with the root note
Begin with C as your foundation note.
Apply the add9 formula
Use the chord formula: 1 3 5 9 (scale degrees from the major scale)
Result: Cadd9 chord
Your complete chord contains: C, E, G, D
How to Play C Add 9th Chord on Guitar and Piano
Instrument Fingering Diagrams
Learn multiple ways to play the C add9 chord on different instruments
How to Play C Add 9th on Guitar
To play a C add9 chord on guitar, you'll need to fret the notes C, E, G, D. Click below to see multiple guitar chord shapes and fingering positions for the C add9 chord.
How to Play C Add 9th on Piano
On piano, play the C add9 chord by pressing the keys for C, E, G, D together. You can play this chord in any octave, and try different inversions by rearranging the note order while keeping all the chord tones.
Other Instruments
The C add9 chord can be played on any instrument. Use the notes C, E, G, D as your guide.