The F-sharp minor ninth chord is a lush and expressive chord that consists of the notes F♯, A, C♯, E, and G♯. Building on the F♯ minor seventh chord, the addition of G♯, the ninth, introduces a melodic extension that enriches the harmonic texture and adds emotional depth. F♯ serves as the root, grounding the chord, while A, the minor third, and C♯, the perfect fifth, provide stability and balance. E, the minor seventh, enhances the chord’s warmth and complexity, and G♯ adds a subtle, sophisticated tension, making this chord particularly effective in jazz, R&B, and contemporary music for creating rich, expressive, and nuanced progressions.
Name: F-sharp minor ninth chord
Notes: F♯, A, C♯, E, G♯
Intervals: 1, ♭3, 5, ♭7, 9
Chord symbol: F♯m9
Alternative symbols: F♯-9, F♯mi9, F♯min9
Type: Pentad (five-note chord)
F-sharp minor ninth chord on the Staff
F-sharp minor ninth chord on Piano
F-sharp minor ninth chord on Guitar
F-sharp minor 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.