Accessible Page: Eb Dominant Seventh Flat Nine Added Guitar Chord Charts & Variations

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Chord Shapes

There are 5 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Let the G string play without pressing any fret
• Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 2 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the D and B strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 6 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 6 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 11 of the low E, D and B strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 12 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 12 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 4

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 11 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 11 of the B string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 12 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 12 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 5

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 3 of the G string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 4 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 5 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 5 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Eb 7(b9) Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the Eb 7(b9) chord, an intriguing member of the Dominant Chords family. This chord is composed of the notes Eb, G, Bb, Db, and Fb, and is built using the intervals 1, 3, 5, b7, and b9. As you delve deeper into our tutorial, you will learn how to play this chord using chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that highlight these specific tones.

The Eb 7(b9) chord is a complex and rich chord that offers a unique sound. Its construction involves a combination of intervals that include the Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, Minor Seventh, and Minor Ninth. If you're not familiar with these terms, we recommend checking out our tutorial on fretboard intervals for a comprehensive understanding.

Being a part of the Dominant Chords family, the Eb 7(b9) chord plays a significant role in creating tension and resolution in music, particularly in blues and jazz genres. If you're interested in learning more about dominant chords, our tutorial on dominant chords provides a detailed overview.

As you progress with this tutorial, you'll find that understanding the Eb 7(b9) chord and its structure will greatly enhance your musical knowledge and guitar playing skills. You'll also discover how this chord fits into common chord progressions, and how to use it to add depth and complexity to your music. If you're curious about how to build chords by stacking intervals, we have a tutorial that teaches this concept.

Mastering the Eb 7(b9) chord will not only expand your chord vocabulary but also open up new musical possibilities. We hope this tutorial will inspire you to explore more advanced chords and take your guitar playing to the next level. Happy learning!

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