E minor add 9 chord on ukulele (Emadd9)

Why it sounds like that

E minor add 9 adds the 9th (F♯) to the E minor triad (E, G, B). The minor 3rd between E and G defines the minor quality, while the major 2nd from E to F♯ adds a suspended color. Compare with E minor, which lacks the 9th.

What goes wrong with E minor add 9?

• Letting the index finger touch the G string, muting it.
• Not pressing the middle finger firmly enough on the A string, causing a buzz.
• Accidentally touching the C string with the ring finger, deadening it.

When to use it

E minor add 9 serves as the vi chord in G major, as in G–D–Em–C (I–V–vi–IV). Its bright, suspended quality suits folk, indie, and pop rock.

Changing to and from E minor add 9

• Move to E minor by lifting the middle finger from the A string, leaving the index on the E string.
• Slide the shape down two frets to the 5th fret to play D minor add 9.

Which voicing to use

The open voicing (0-4-2-2) places the root in the bass, giving a full, resonant sound. The G inversion (9-7-7-9) puts the minor 3rd in the bass, creating a darker, more introspective voicing.