Accessible Page: Am Guitar Chord

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Chord Shapes

There are 20 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the B string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 2 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the low E, G, B and high E strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the A string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 7 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 7 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 8 of the high E string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 9 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 10 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 4

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the G, B and high E strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position uses open strings

Position 5

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the B string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 2 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 3 of the A string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 6

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the G, B and high E strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 7

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Mute the D string
• Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the B string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 5 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 8

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the G, B and high E strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the A string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 7 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 9

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 10

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Mute the D string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the G, B and high E strings at the same time

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 11

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the D string
• Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the B string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 12

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the D string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the G, B and high E strings at the same time

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position uses open strings

Position 13

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the B string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 7 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 8 of the high E string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 9 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 14

Fingers Positions

• Mute the A string
• Mute the B string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 7 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 8 of the low E string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the high E string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 9 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 15

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the high E string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 9 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 10 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 10 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 16

Fingers Positions

• Let the low E string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the A string
• Mute the D string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 8 of the high E string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 9 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 10 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 17

Fingers Positions

• Mute the A string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the low E, G and B strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 18

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 2 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 5 of the G and B strings at the same time

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position uses open strings

Position 19

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Mute the D string
• Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the B string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 20

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 9 of the G string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 10 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 12 of the A string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

A m Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the A minor (A m) chord, a foundational piece of the Minor Chords family. Composed of the notes A, C, and E, this chord is built from the intervals 1 (Root), b3 (Minor Third), and 5 (Perfect Fifth). These intervals create a rich and soulful sound that is characteristic of minor chords, adding depth and emotion to your music.

Understanding the intervals that make up the A m chord is crucial for mastering its structure and sound. If you need a refresher on what these intervals mean, check out our tutorial on fretboard intervals. You can also learn more about how these intervals stack up to build chords in our guitar music theory tutorial.

Once you've got a handle on the theory behind the A m chord, you'll be ready to dive into our chord diagrams and fretboard patterns. These visual aids will show you exactly where to place your fingers to play the A m chord, and highlight the tones that make up this chord. If you're unsure about how to read these diagrams, our tutorial on chord notation can help clarify things.

Mastering the A m chord is an essential step on your guitar playing journey. Whether you're a beginner just starting out, or an intermediate player looking to expand your chord vocabulary, understanding and being able to play the A m chord opens up a world of musical possibilities. For more advanced chords, don't forget to check our intermediate guitar chord tutorial.

Happy playing!

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