Accessible Page: Guitar Chord Dictionary: A# Minor Chords

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Chord Shapes

There are 4 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the A and high E strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the B string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 3 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 6 of the low E, G, B and high E strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the A string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 8 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 8 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 9 of the high E string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 10 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 11 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 4

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 6 of the G and B strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

A# m Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the A# minor chord. This chord, which belongs to the Minor Chords family, is made up of the notes A#, C#, and E#. These notes are formed by the intervals 1 (Root), b3 (Minor Third), and 5 (Perfect Fifth). Understanding these intervals is key to mastering the A#m chord and indeed all guitar chords.

If you're new to the concept of intervals and how they build chords, you might want to check out our tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals. This guide will give you the foundation you need to understand the A#m chord and many others.

Once you've grasped the theory behind the construction of the A#m chord, we'll show you how to play it using chord diagrams and fretboard patterns. These visual aids will help you see exactly where to place your fingers on the fretboard. If you're unsure about how to read these diagrams and patterns, our tutorial on chord notation can help.

Playing the A#m chord will open up a whole new world of music to you. It's a commonly used chord in many genres, including rock, pop, and jazz. In fact, once you're comfortable with the A#m, you might want to explore our tutorial on jazz chord progressions, many of which use this chord.

Remember, mastering the guitar is a journey, and every new chord you learn is a step along the way. So, let's get started on the A#m chord. Happy strumming!

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