E#9 Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Cumberland Tuning

Short answer: E#9 is a E# Dominant 9 chord with the notes E♯, G♯♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯. In Cumberland tuning, there are 2 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: E#7/9, E#79, E#97, E# dom9

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How to Play E#9 on Banjo

E#9, E#7/9, E#79, E#97, E#dom9

Notes: E♯, G♯♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯

5,5,6,3,3 (23411)
5,3,6,3,5 (21413)

Quick Summary

  • The E#9 chord contains the notes: E♯, G♯♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯
  • In Cumberland tuning, there are 2 voicings available
  • Also written as: E#7/9, E#79, E#97, E# dom9
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the E#9 chord on Banjo?

E#9 is a E# Dominant 9 chord. It contains the notes E♯, G♯♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯. On Banjo in Cumberland tuning, there are 2 ways to play this chord.

How do you play E#9 on Banjo?

To play E#9 on in Cumberland tuning, use one of the 2 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the E#9 chord?

The E#9 chord contains the notes: E♯, G♯♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯.

How many ways can you play E#9 on Banjo?

In Cumberland tuning, there are 2 voicings for the E#9 chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: E♯, G♯♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯.

What are other names for E#9?

E#9 is also known as E#7/9, E#79, E#97, E# dom9. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: E♯, G♯♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯.