Construction
A♯ Major 9th = Root + Major 2nd + Major 3rd + Perfect 5th + Major 7th = A♯, B♯, C♯♯, E♯, G♯♯
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| A♯ | Root | 1 |
| B♯ | Major 2nd | 9 |
| C♯♯ | Major 3rd | 3 |
| E♯ | Perfect 5th | 5 |
| G♯♯ | Major 7th | 7 |
How to Play the A♯ Major 9th
Right Hand (RH)
Place your right hand over the keys with the thumb on the root. Use the fingering: 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5
Left Hand (LH)
For the left hand, start with your pinky on the root. Use the fingering: 5 – 4 – 3 – 2 – 1
A♯ Major 9th : Frequently Asked Questions
What is the A♯ Major 9th chord on piano?
The A♯ Major 9th chord contains the notes A♯ – C♯♯ – E♯ – G♯♯ – B♯. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the A# Major 9th chord?
A# Major 9th is built from the A# root. Check the interactive keyboard above for exact notes and fingering.
How is the A# Major 9th chord used in music?
A# Major 9th appears in jazz, pop, and classical contexts. Its sound depends on the chord quality (Major 9th).
What is the fingering for A# Major 9th?
See the fingering chart above. Right hand typically uses thumb on root. Left hand uses pinky on root.
What are the inversions of A# Major 9th?
Use the inversion buttons above to see each inversion with notes, fingering, and staff notation.