G#9 Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Open E Tuning

Short answer: G#9 is a G# Dominant 9 chord with the notes G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯, A♯. In Open E tuning, there are 4 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

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

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How to Play G#9 on Banjo

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

Notes: G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯, A♯

6,7,4,5,4 (34121)
4,7,6,5,4 (14321)
6,4,4,5,7 (31124)
4,4,6,5,7 (11324)

Quick Summary

  • The G#9 chord contains the notes: G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯, A♯
  • In Open E tuning, there are 4 voicings available
  • Also written as: G#7/9, G#79, G#97, G# dom9
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the G#9 chord on Banjo?

G#9 is a G# Dominant 9 chord. It contains the notes G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯, A♯. On Banjo in Open E tuning, there are 4 ways to play this chord.

How do you play G#9 on Banjo?

To play G#9 on in Open E tuning, use one of the 4 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the G#9 chord?

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

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

In Open E tuning, there are 4 voicings for the G#9 chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯, A♯.

What are other names for G#9?

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