Cm9 guitar chord
The Cm9 chord (C minor 9th) is built from the notes C, Eb, G, Bb and D, formula 1–b3–5–b7–9.
- Notes
- C Eb G Bb D
- Type
- minor 9th
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 3
x30343How to play Cm9
The easiest Cm9 shape is x30343, starting around fret 3. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Lush and smooth, a staple of neo-soul and jazz.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Cm9 chord?
Cm9 contains C, Eb, G, Bb and D. Its formula is 1–b3–5–b7–9.
Is Cm9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x30343.
What can I play instead of Cm9?
Cm7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Cm9 is too hard or too busy.