The C-flat added ninth chord is a bright and harmonically engaging chord composed of the notes C♭, E♭, G♭, and D♭. By adding the ninth (D♭) to the C♭ major triad, this chord introduces a subtle yet colorful extension that enhances the chord’s depth and expressiveness. The C-flat added ninth chord is often used in jazz, pop, and contemporary music to create a sense of openness, warmth, and harmonic sophistication, providing musicians with a versatile tool for enriching their progressions and melodic phrasing.
Name: C-flat added ninth chord
Symnonyms:: C-flat added second chord
Notes: C♭, E♭, G♭, D♭
Intervals: 1, 3, 5, 9
Chord symbol: C♭add9
Alternative symbols: C♭(add9), C♭add2, C♭(add2)
Type: Tetrad (four-note chord)
C-flat added ninth chord on the Staff
C-flat added ninth chord on Piano
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C-flat added ninth chord on Ukulele
Rowan Ellis is a musician and educator with a passion for exploring the language of harmony and melody. With years of experience across classical, jazz, and contemporary styles, Rowan breaks down music theory into clear, practical insights. His goal is to make chords and scales less intimidating and more inspiring for every musician.