E Minor Guitar Chord Chart
Notes: E - G - B
Formula: 1 - ♭3 - 5
Intervals: Root, Minor 3rd, Perfect 5th
Quick answer
The Em guitar chord is played as 0-2-2-0-0-0 from low E to high E and uses the notes E, G, B.
- Fret pattern
- 0-2-2-0-0-0
- Chord notes
- E, G, B
- Formula
- 1 - ♭3 - 5
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How to Play Em
- 1Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the A string
- 2Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the D string
- 3Play the low E, G, B, high E strings open
About Minor Chords
Built from the 1st, flatted 3rd, and 5th notes of the major scale. Minor chords sound darker and more melancholy.
E Minor Guitar Chord FAQ
What notes are in the E Minor guitar chord?
The E Minor guitar chord uses the notes E, G, B.
How do you play Em on guitar?
Play the Em guitar chord with the 0-2-2-0-0-0 fret pattern from low E to high E. Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the A string Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the D string Play the low E, G, B, high E strings open
What is the formula for E Minor?
The E Minor formula is 1 - ♭3 - 5: Root, Minor 3rd, Perfect 5th.