When moving between major chord positions on the E9 neck, the knee lever that lowers the ‘E’s a half step can often go overlooked…
However, using the E lowers is a great and simple way to create major chords that are often found in helpful positions – especially when moving between diatonic chords in a key using the number system.
The major chords created by using the E lowers can act as a substitute for the A+F pedal/lever combination that creates major chords three frets above the open position. This relationship is depicted in the chord charts below.
These charts display C, F, and G major chords using the E lower lever, both individually and in relation to other positions for the chords…
The ‘E’ designates using the knee lever that lowers that string a half step. The ‘F’ designates using the knee lever that raises that string a half step.
Each number in a symbol represents that note’s fret position, just like in tablature. Click on an image for an enlarged view…
C Major Chords
F Major Chords
G Major Chords
Thanks for checking out this page, hope it is helpful and makes playing more enjoyable! If you’re interested in diving deeper into playing E9 pedal steel, check out these resources and guides…
The Chord Guide for E9 Pedal Steel (E-Book, Digital Download)
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- Almost Every Chord You’ll Ever Need for E9
- Intuitive and Easy to Use
- Make Use of Pedal and Lever Combinations
- Example Tabs of Chord Movements
- Easily Utilize the Nashville Number System
- Great For Any Key and Style of Music
Includes a bonus section of over a hundred pages of extra chord charts, key references, and more!
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