C9 Guitar Chord
The C9 chord is a C ninth chord containing C, E, G, B♭, D.
How to play the C9 chord
Each diagram runs from the low E string on the left to the high E string on the right. A circle means play the open string and × means mute it.
Notes in the C9 chord
C · E · G · B♭ · D
Practising the C9 chord
Start with the recommended shape. Pick each indicated string separately, correct muted or buzzing notes, then strum slowly. Add an alternative voicing after the first shape feels comfortable.