Which notes are in the Dm(add9) chord?

Dm(add9) contains the notes D, F, A and E. Relative to the root these are the degrees 1 – ♭3 – 5 – 9.

How many ways can you play Dm(add9)?

Minory lists a single guitar fingering for Dm(add9).

Is the Dm(add9) chord hard to play?

Not really. The open position of Dm(add9) uses open strings and needs no barre, which makes it approachable for beginners.

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Dm(add9) Chord on Guitar

The Dm(add9) chord (D minor added 9th) is built from the notes D, F, A and E. The guitar fingering for it is shown below.

Chord diagrams

Dm(add9)open position

Fingering

string 6 (E): muted
string 5 (A): muted
string 4 (D): fret 3 — middle finger
string 3 (G): fret 2 — index finger
string 2 (B): fret 3 — ring finger
string 1 (E): played open

Notes in this chord

Degrees: 1 – ♭3 – 5 – 9

How to play

Dm(add9) can be played with open strings on guitar, which makes it an accessible shape for beginners. Strings marked ○ ring open, while strings marked ✕ are muted.

Theory behind the chord

Minor add9 chords add the ninth to a plain minor triad without a seventh. The added tone brightens the minor colour just enough to keep it open and cinematic rather than sad. On Dm(add9) this structure sits on the root D, so the degrees 1 – ♭3 – 5 – 9 map onto D, F, A and E.

Frequently asked questions

Which notes are in the Dm(add9) chord?: Dm(add9) contains the notes D, F, A and E. Relative to the root these are the degrees 1 – ♭3 – 5 – 9.
How many ways can you play Dm(add9)?: Minory lists a single guitar fingering for Dm(add9).
Is the Dm(add9) chord hard to play?: Not really. The open position of Dm(add9) uses open strings and needs no barre, which makes it approachable for beginners.

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