Accessible Page: Amaj7 Guitar Chord | Play the A Major Seventh Chord

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Chord Shapes

There are 6 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 G 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 B string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 4 of the high E string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 5 of the B string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 6 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 7 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 9 of the G, B and high E strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 11 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 12 of the A string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 4

Fingers Positions

• Mute the A string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the low E string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 5 of the B string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 6 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 6 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

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 9 of the G string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 10 of the B string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 11 of the A string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 11 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 6

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Mute the D string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 14 of the G and B strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 16 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

A maj7 Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the A maj7 chord, a beautiful and versatile chord that belongs to the Major Chords family. The A maj7 chord is composed of the notes A, C#, E, and G# and is built using the 1, 3, 5, and 7 intervals, also known as the Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, and Major Seventh.

This chord is often used in various genres of music, particularly in jazz chord progressions. It's a chord that offers a rich, full sound, making it a favorite among many guitarists.

To fully grasp the construction of this chord, it's important to understand the concept of music intervals. These are the distances between the notes that compose the chord. If you need to brush up on this concept, you can check out our tutorial on fretboard intervals.

But how do you play the A maj7 chord? That's where our chord diagrams and fretboard patterns come in. These visual tools will show you exactly where to place your fingers on the fretboard to achieve the correct sound. If you're new to reading these diagrams, our tutorial on how to denote chords can be a great help.

Playing the A maj7 chord might be a bit challenging if you're a beginner, but don't worry. With practice, you'll be able to master it and incorporate it into your playing. For more advanced chords, you can also check out our tutorial on intermediate guitar chords.

Remember, understanding and playing chords is a crucial part of becoming a great guitarist. So, take your time, practice, and soon, the A maj7 chord will be a part of your musical vocabulary. Happy playing!

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