A Chord Guitar Chart
Notes: A - C# - E
Formula: 1 - 3 - 5
Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th
Quick answer
The A guitar chord is played as x-0-2-2-2-0 from low E to high E and uses the notes A, C#, E.
- Fret pattern
- x-0-2-2-2-0
- Chord notes
- A, C#, E
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - 5
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How to Play A
- 1Mute the low E string
- 2Place your index finger on fret 2 of the D string
- 3Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the G string
- 4Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the B string
- 5Play the A, high E strings open
About Major Chords
Built from the 1st, 3rd, and 5th notes of the major scale. Major chords sound bright, happy, and stable.
Chords in the Key of A Major
Common guitar chords in the key of A major are A, Bm, C#m, D, E, F#m, G#dim. Use these to build progressions around the A chord.
A Major Guitar Chord FAQ
What notes are in the A Major guitar chord?
The A Major guitar chord uses the notes A, C#, E.
How do you play A on guitar?
Play the A guitar chord with the x-0-2-2-2-0 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E string Place your index finger on fret 2 of the D string Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the G string Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the B string Play the A, high E strings open
What is the formula for A Major?
The A Major formula is 1 - 3 - 5: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th.
What chords are in the key of A major on guitar?
Common guitar chords in the key of A major are A, Bm, C#m, D, E, F#m, G#dim.