A#m9 9e Mineure Accord

Minor 7th chord with an added 9th. Rich texture used in neo-soul and R&B.

A#m9 Accord — Quick Answer & Harmonic Definition

The A#m9 (Minor 9th) chord consists of the notes A#, C#, F, G#, C. It is constructed from the root note A# using the minor 9th interval formula (0–3–7–10–14 semitones).

Formula: 0 – 3 – 7 – 10 – 14
Notes
A# – C# – F – G# – C
Intervals (semitones)
0 – 3 – 7 – 10 – 14
Type
Extended

A#m9 on Piano

Press highlighted keys simultaneously to play the A#m9 chord.

R
A# (Root (R))
2
C# (Minor 3rd (♭3))
3
F (Perfect 5th)
4
G# (Minor 7th (♭7))
5
C (Major 9th)

A#m9 on Guitar

The A#m9 chord uses notes A#, C#, F, G#, C. Build a voicing by finding these notes on any strings — root on the 6th string is a common starting point for barre chord shapes.

Interval Analysis

Degree Interval Name Semitones Note in A#
Root Root (R) 0 A#
3rd Minor 3rd (♭3) 3 C#
5th Perfect 5th 7 F
7th Minor 7th (♭7) 10 G#
9th Major 9th 14 C

About the A# 9e Mineure Chord

The A#m9 chord (A# 9e Mineure) consists of 5 notes: A#, C#, F, G#, C. Minor 7th chord with an added 9th. Rich texture used in neo-soul and R&B.

To build any minor 9th chord, apply intervals of 0, 3, 7, 10, 14 semitones above the root. Starting from A#: the notes land on A#, C#, F, G#, C.

Playing A#m9 on Piano

Press A#, C#, F, G#, C simultaneously. In root position, A# is lowest. First inversion places C# in the bass for a lighter sound; second inversion uses F as the bass note.

Common Chord Progressions Using A#m9

  • I–IV–V: A#m9 – D#m9 – Fm9 (blues and rock)
  • I–V–vi–IV: A#m9 – F – Gm – D# (pop staple)
  • I–vi–IV–V: A#m9 – Gm – D# – F (50s progression)

The A#m9 Chord in Context

The A#m9 (9e Mineure) chord features a distinctive minor 7th chord with an added 9th. rich texture used in neo-soul and r&b. built from the intervals 0–3–7–10–14. It provides rich harmonic color and tension across pop, jazz, classical, and contemporary compositions.

Knowledge Base & FAQs

A#m9 Chord — Frequently Asked Questions

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What notes are in the A#m9 chord?

The A# 9e Mineure chord contains: A#, C#, F, G#, C.

These notes are derived by applying the minor 9th interval formula (0–3–7–10–14 semitones) to the root note A#.

What is the A#m9 chord used for?

Minor 7th chord with an added 9th.

Rich texture used in neo-soul and R&B. The A#m9 chord is used across pop, rock, jazz, and classical music. As the I chord in the key of A# major, it functions as the most stable resting point in progressions.

How do you play A#m9 on piano?

On piano, play A#, C#, F, G#, C simultaneously.

In root position, A# is the lowest note. Inversions move the bass note up — first inversion has C# lowest, second inversion has F lowest.

How many notes are in a minor 9th chord?

A minor 9th chord has 5 notes: A#, C#, F, G#, C (in A#).

It is an extended chord with 5 or more notes.

What is the difference between A# major and A# minor?

The A# major chord (A#–D–F) uses a major third (4 semitones), giving it a bright, happy sound.

The A# minor chord (A#–C#–F) uses a minor third (3 semitones), giving it a darker, emotional sound.

What key does A#m9 belong to?

A#m9 naturally serves as the I chord in the key of A# major.

It also appears as IV in the key of F major, and as V in the key of D# major.

Can I play A#m9 on ukulele?

Yes.

The ukulele uses GCEA tuning with 4 strings. The A#m9 chord notes (A#, C#, F, G#, C) can be fretted on a ukulele, though the shapes differ from guitar due to the 4-string layout and shorter scale.

What chords go well with A#m9?

In the key of A# major, A#m9 pairs naturally with D# major (IV), F major (V), and Gm (vi).

The classic I–IV–V (A#m9–D#–F) is the foundation of blues, country, and rock.

What is a chord inversion of A#m9?

An inversion places a non-root note in the bass.

A#m9 root position: A# in bass. First inversion: C# in bass. Second inversion: F in bass. Inversions create smoother bass line movement without changing the harmony.

How do I memorize the notes in a minor 9th chord?

Remember the formula: 0–3–7–10–14 semitones from root.

For A#m9: start on A#, add 3 semitones, then 7 semitones, then 10 semitones, then 14 semitones. Practicing this across all 12 roots builds instant recognition of any minor 9th chord.