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