F# Major 9th
Introduction
Enharmonic equivalent: F♯ is enharmonically equivalent to G♭. See Gb Major 9th.
Notes
F# Major 9th Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | F#4 – A#4 – C#5 – F5 – G#5 |
| 1st Inversion | A#4 – C#5 – F5 – F#5 – G#5 |
| 2nd Inversion | C#5 – F5 – F#5 – G#5 – A#5 |
Key Signature
The key of F# Major 9th has 6 sharps: F♯, C♯, G♯, D♯, A♯, E♯.
Theory: Intervals
The F# Major 9th is built by stacking intervals from the root note. The formula R-M3-P5-M7-M9 describes the scale degrees used. The intervals P1-M3-P5-M7-M9 show the distance between each note in the chord.
F# Major 9th — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the F# Major 9th chord?
F# Major 9th is built from the F# root. Check the interactive keyboard above for exact notes and fingering.
How is the F# Major 9th chord used in music?
F# Major 9th appears in jazz, pop, and classical contexts. Its sound depends on the chord quality (Major 9th).
What is the fingering for F# 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 F# Major 9th?
Use the inversion buttons above to see each inversion with notes, fingering, and staff notation.
Practice Tips
- Rich, extended jazz voicing.
- The 9th adds colour and depth.
- Practice dropping less essential notes.
- Compare with the simpler 7th version.
- Jazz, R&B, neo-soul applications.
- Spread voicings sound best.