B 9th piano chord
The B 9th chord, written B9, on a keyboard. Its notes are B – D♯ – F♯ – A – C♯ — free to print or download below.
Notes in the B 9th chord
The B 9th chord is built from the root, a major third, a perfect fifth, a minor seventh and a major ninth, giving the notesB – D♯ – F♯ – A – C♯. On the keyboard diagram those keys are shaded so you can see the shape at a glance.
How to play the B 9th chord
- Find the notes. The B 9th chord uses the notes B – D♯ – F♯ – A – C♯. Locate each one on your keyboard using the diagram above.
- Place your fingers. In root position, play B – D♯ – F♯ – A – C♯ together — thumb on the lowest note and the remaining fingers on the notes above.
- Play it as a block or broken. Play all the notes at once for a solid chord, or one after another for an arpeggio.
B 9th chord — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the B 9th chord?
The B 9th chord (B9) is made up of the notes B – D♯ – F♯ – A – C♯ — the root, a major third, a perfect fifth, a minor seventh and a major ninth.
What is the chord symbol for B 9th?
It is written as B9. On a lead sheet or chord chart you would see "B9" above the stave.
Is the B 9th chord diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.