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E Minor Add 9

Notes: E – G – B – F♯
Degrees: 1 – ♭3 – 5 – 9
Also written: Em(add9), Emadd9Raise G to G♯ and it is Eadd9. E, F♯ and B do not move.

Construction

E Minor Add 9 = Root + Minor 3rd + Perfect 5th + Major 2nd = E, G, B, F♯
NoteIntervalDegree
ERoot1
GMinor 3rd♭3
BPerfect 5th5
F♯Major 2nd2

How to Play the E Minor Add 9

Right Hand (RH)

Place your right hand over the keys with the thumb on the root. Use the fingering: 1 – 2 – 3 – 5

Left Hand (LH)

For the left hand, start with your pinky on the root. Use the fingering: 5 – 3 – 2 – 1

E Minor Add 9 : Frequently Asked Questions

What is the E Minor Add 9 chord on piano?
The E Minor Add 9 chord contains the notes E – G – B – F♯. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.

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