C Major Guitar Chord

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The C major chord is one of the first chords most guitarists learn. It uses no open strings in the standard open position and is a fundamental chord in countless songs. Place your ring finger on the 3rd fret A string, middle on 2nd fret D, and index on 1st fret B.

Fingering

  • Index: 1st fret B
  • Middle: 2nd fret D
  • Ring: 3rd fret A

How to play C Major

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Songs that use this chord

  • Let It Be
  • Hey Jude
  • No Woman No Cry

Difficulty

beginner