The Step Up is a II Chord; it is one full step (half step + half step) above the root chord (I).

What is the Step Up in the Key of C?

D

What is the Step Up in the Key of F?

G

9’s are my favorite Step Up because they often support the melody. In case you’re interested in the “why” behind chords, a ⁹ replaces 1 with 2, and tags on a 7. (2 + 7 = 9)

G⁹ – b, d, f, a

G⁹ usually comes after D^m.

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