The G 9♭5 chord is a five-note chord made up of G, B, D♭, F, and A. It is built from a root, major third, diminished fifth, minor seventh, and major ninth.
Construction
G 9♭5 = Root + Major 3rd + Diminished 5th + Minor 7th + Major 2nd = G · B · D♭ · F · A
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| G | Root | 1 |
| B | Major 3rd | 3 |
| D♭ | Diminished 5th | ♭5 |
| F | Minor 7th | ♭7 |
| A | Major 2nd | 9 |
Key Signature
A chord has no key signature of its own, but the G 9♭5 is the tonic (I) chord of G Major, whose key signature has 1 sharp (F♯).
F♯
Order of sharps
Sharps are added to a key signature in a fixed order. Each new sharp key adds the next sharp on the list.
F♯C♯G♯D♯A♯E♯B♯
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Chords in the Key of G Major
These are the triads built on each degree of the G major scale:
Same Notes, Other Names
The notes G – B – D♭ – F – A aren’t exclusive to this chord. Depending on which note is the bass and how the chord functions, the same pitches also spell:
G 9♭5 — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the G 9♭5 chord on piano?
The G 9♭5 chord contains the notes G – B – D♭ – F – A. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the G 9♭5 chord?
The G 9♭5 chord (G9♭5) contains 5 notes: G, B, Db, F, A. Formula: R-M3-d5-m7-M9.
How is G9♭5 used in music?
G9♭5 is used in jazz, fusion, and contemporary music to add harmonic color. It appears as a dominant or tonic chord depending on context.
What is the scale degree formula for G9♭5?
G9♭5 uses scale degrees 1-3-b5-b7-9, giving it its distinctive sound.