Cadd9 piano chord
C add nine
- Symbol
- Cadd9
- Notes
- C – E – G – D
- Formula
- 1 – 3 – 5 – 9
On a computer you can also use the keys A W S E D F T G Y H U J K.
The keyboard below is loaded with Cadd9. Play it, change a note and see what the chord becomes.
How to play Cadd9
Press C – E – G – D together. With the right hand, try 1–2–3–5, or play the root with the left hand and the other notes with the right.
Inversions
An inversion puts a different chord tone in the bass. The chord keeps its name; only the lowest note changes.
Practice Cadd9 until it sticks
ChordWise recognizes Cadd9 the moment you play it and drills you on it with the coach, in every inversion.
