G#maj9 Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Open E Tuning

Short answer: G#maj9 is a G# Major 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#Δ9

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How to Play G#maj9 on Banjo

G#M9, G#Δ9, G#maj9

Notes: G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯, A♯

6,8,4,5,4 (34121)
4,8,6,5,4 (14321)
6,4,4,5,8 (31124)
4,4,6,5,8 (11324)

Quick Summary

  • The G#maj9 chord contains the notes: G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯, A♯
  • In Open E tuning, there are 4 voicings available
  • Also written as: G#Δ9
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the G#maj9 chord on Banjo?

G#maj9 is a G# Major 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#maj9 on Banjo?

To play G#maj9 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#maj9 chord?

The G#maj9 chord contains the notes: G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯, A♯.

How many ways can you play G#maj9 on Banjo?

In Open E tuning, there are 4 voicings for the G#maj9 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#maj9?

G#maj9 is also known as G#Δ9. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯, A♯.