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