The magic/power behind minor 9th chords:
We all know
that when it comes to choosing chords, the amount of keys we choose to play
will make a huge difference in the final sounding chord. It will tell the
listener a story about our personality, our musical taste and sensitivity. If
you want to sound sophisticated and deep at the same time, then the minor 9th
chord is your best friend!
Natural
minor chords are awesome don’t get me wrong, but there is such a mystical
component added to the 9th chords that it just sounds more complete
and intriguing. I like to use natural minor chords as substitutes and combined
chords, but we will discuss that another day.
Every time I
include a minor chord in my compositions I make sure to add the 9th
to the chord, mainly because it classifies that specific passage with a golden
stamp. Meaning, the chord adds more flavor to whatever it is happening on top
of the chord, whether it is a solo or a specific harmony. Use this chord more
often, and you will be able to open up a whole new world of possibilities in
your composition.
The chord
looks like this:
Let’s start
on the key of D for this example:
1-) On the
left hand I like to use a 5th interval, like this: D + A
2-) On the
right hand I love to use the minor 9th chord as you already know!
Starting on
F + A + C + E (9th of the key we’re in.)
Listen to
that perfect harmony and beautiful sounding chord. Every note adds a
distinctive flavor to the chord that definitively adds a new dimension to your
music.
Now try to
learn this chord in every single key and try also removing one note from the
right hand randomly so that you can see the difference it makes in harmony. I
hope you have fun and implement this chord in your compositions and remember,
just because it’s a minor chord it doesn’t mean it will bring sadness. Minor
chords can bring joy as well, it all depends on the context in which you apply
it!
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