What is a Cadd9 Chord?
Cadd9
Cadd9 Add 9
String-by-String
E
×
A
3
D
2
G
0
B
3
e
0
Cadd9 Add 9 is an add9 chord with the root C, major third E, perfect fifth G, and major ninth D. It adds sparkle and color to a standard major chord.
Intervals
RootMajor 3rdPerfect 5thMajor 9th
Notes
CEGD
Why does Cadd9 sound bright and colorful?
The Cadd9 Add 9 chord gets its bright and colorful character from the combination of its root, major 3rd, perfect 5th, major 9th. The specific intervals between the notes C, E, G, Dcreate the harmonic tension and color that define this chord's unique sonic signature.
How to use Cadd9?
Cadd9 is commonly used in progressions across many genres. Try substituting it where you would normally play a standard C chord for added harmonic interest. It pairs well with other chords in the key of C and can serve as both a foundation and a color chord depending on the context.