Want to learn how to play a E add9 chord? This complete guide shows you how to make and play a E add9 chord on any instrument. Whether you're searching for "how to play e add9", "e chord", or "how to make a e chord" - you'll find the notes, formula, and fingering diagrams you need.
How to Make & Play a E Add 9th Chord
Chord Formula
1 3 5 9
Solfege Names
Mi - Sol# - Si - Fa#
E 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 = E-G#-B)
How to Build a E Add 9th Chord: Step-by-Step
E Add 9th Chord Notes and Formula
Learn how to construct this chord using the chord formula
Start with the root note
Begin with E as your foundation note.
Apply the add9 formula
Use the chord formula: 1 3 5 9 (scale degrees from the major scale)
Result: Eadd9 chord
Your complete chord contains: E, G#, B, F#
How to Play E Add 9th Chord on Guitar and Piano
Instrument Fingering Diagrams
Learn multiple ways to play the E add9 chord on different instruments
How to Play E Add 9th on Guitar
To play a E add9 chord on guitar, you'll need to fret the notes E, G#, B, F#. Click below to see multiple guitar chord shapes and fingering positions for the E add9 chord.
How to Play E Add 9th on Piano
On piano, play the E add9 chord by pressing the keys for E, G#, B, F# 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 E add9 chord can be played on any instrument. Use the notes E, G#, B, F# as your guide.