C Major 9 Guitar Arpeggio
Cmaj9
Major third
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5 notes
·Symbol : maj9
Arpeggio Notes
C
R
E
3
G
5
B
7
D
9
Solfège : Do – Mi – Sol – Si – Ré
Arpeggio Structure
C
2T
E
T+½
G
2T
B
T+½
D
About this arpeggio
The major 9th arpeggio enriches the maj7 with the ninth, adding an Impressionist dimension. In higher positions, its extensions create superb melodic lines in modal jazz and fusion. You typically select 4–5 notes for smooth runs.
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