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The 5 Basic Major Chord Patterns
Learn and memorize each chord pattern. Take your time to insure that you are playing them correctly. Play all the notes in the chord simultaneously with a single stroke of your pick.
X = Do not play this string. O = Play this string open and let ring.
Note: the A and G chords show two alternate ways of fingering. Use the method that works best for you.
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The CAGED system is derived from the unique tuning of the guitar. To sum it up: there are 5 basic major chord patterns on the guitar. These basic chord patterns are the C, A, G, E, and D chords. There are also minor chord version of these 5 basic patterns.
You'll notice that there are chords that seem to be missing such as F chords and B chords as well as
chords with sharps or flats. Well, these chords don't have their own patterns. To play them (and all the other major and minor chords for that matter) you have to use one of the patterns on this page, so your first step is to master the chords on this page. When you've got them down, it's time to learn their movable versions and how to apply them to the fretboard.
C Major Guitar Chord
A Major Guitar Chord
E Major Guitar Chord
G Major Guitar Chord
D Major Guitar Chord
Learn Guitar Chords
The Basic Guitar Chord Patterns
Introduction To C A G E D
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