Guitar Bm9 chord diagram
Bm9 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On Chordier, this chord appears in 1 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play Bm9, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Bm9, follow these steps: Place index finger on A string fret 2. Place middle finger on G string fret 2. Place ring finger on B string fret 2. Place pinky on E string fret 2.
Tips
- Place A string with your index finger and G string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On A string, press fret 2 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Mute unused strings to avoid unwanted ringing.
- To play Bm9 cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (A string, G string, B string, and E string) and open strings sound clean. After shaping the chord, pluck each string one by one and confirm there is no muted or buzzing note.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- B - D - F# - A - C#
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5 - b7 - 9
- Chord Type
- Minor 9 — warm and jazzy
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 3
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Bm9 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Bm9 chord diagramx-4-x-4-3-5
Guitar Bm9 chord diagramx-x-9-7-10-9
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Bm9, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Bm9 → A chord transition
To move from Bm9 to A, follow these steps:
- While playing Bm9, lift your pinky from E string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 2.
2. Bm9 → Badd9 chord transition
To move from Bm9 to Badd9, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to A string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 2.
- Keep pinky on E string fret 2.
3. Bm9 → Em/B chord transition
To move from Bm9 to Em/B, follow these steps:
- While playing Bm9, first lift your ring finger and pinky.
- Keep index finger on A string fret 2.
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
4. Bm9 → A7 chord transition
To move from Bm9 to A7, follow these steps:
- While playing Bm9, first lift your ring finger and pinky.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to B string fret 2.
5. Bm9 → Asus2 chord transition
To move from Bm9 to Asus2, follow these steps:
- While playing Bm9, first lift your index finger and pinky.
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from B string fret 2 to G string fret 2.
6. Bm9 → B7 chord transition
To move from Bm9 to B7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to A string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from B string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
- Keep pinky on E string fret 2.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Bm9 across songs on this site.
1. Bm9 → E13 chord transition
To move from Bm9 to E13, follow these steps:
- While playing Bm9, lift your pinky from E string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to A string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing Bm9 use the transition to E13 at 100%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using Bm9 Chord
Popular songs that feature the Bm9 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is the Bm9 chord on Guitar?
Bm9 requires moderate control on Guitar. The voicing covers 1 frets. Keep your wrist relaxed to improve accuracy.
Is there a simpler voicing for Bm9?
You can try an easier Guitar voicing for Bm9. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-x-9-7-10-9. Use this shape first, then return to the full form as control improves.
Can you name songs that feature Bm9?
In our catalog, Lady Gaga - Die With A Smile Chords is one of 1 songs that include the Bm9 chord.