C#9(#5) Guitar Chords Explained | C# Dominant Ninth Sharp Fifth

Welcome to our tutorial on the C# 9(#5) chord, an intriguing member of the Augmented Chords family. The C# 9(#5) chord is composed of the notes C#, E#, G##, B, and D#, creating a rich and complex sound. The intervals that build this chord are 1, 3, #5, b7, and 9, each contributing to its unique tonal qualities.

Before diving into the C# 9(#5) chord, it's crucial to understand the notation of chords and how they are built by stacking intervals. You can learn more about this in our comprehensive guitar music theory tutorial.

The complete names of the music intervals that compose the C# 9(#5) chord are: Root, Major Third, Augmented Fifth, Minor Seventh, and Major Ninth. If you need a refresher on fretboard intervals, we've got you covered.

Learning the C# 9(#5) chord might be a bit challenging if you're a beginner. However, if you're an intermediate player, this is a fantastic chord to add to your repertoire. Check out our intermediate guitar chord tutorial for more advanced chords.

In this tutorial, we will provide you with chord diagrams and fretboard patterns to show you the tones that compose the C# 9(#5) chord. If you're interested in learning more about ninth chords, we have a detailed tutorial about ninth (9) guitar chords that you might find useful.

By the end of this tutorial, you'll be able to play the C# 9(#5) chord with confidence and understand how it fits into various musical contexts. Let's get started!