Chord Guide
How to Play the C m9 Chord
Learn exactly how to play the Cm9 chord on guitar with our interactive diagrams, finger positions, and theory breakdown.
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Chord Variations
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1fr
Cm9 – 1st fret
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1fr
Cm9 – 1st fret
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6fr
Cm9 – 6th fret
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8fr
Cm9 – 8th fret
Theory & Context
The Cm9 chord is a common guitar chord that creates a unique sound. It is built using the notes C, Eb, G, Bb, D, which correspond to the 1P, 3m, 5P, 7m, 9M intervals of its root scale. Understanding how to play this chord is essential for many popular songs across various genres.