Accessible Page: B Major Chord For Guitar

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This page provides an accessible, text-only version of the B maj guitar chord, designed for use with screen-reader software.

Chord Shapes

There are 3 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

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

Position Characteristics

  • This position requires barre
  • This position is movable

Audio file

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Position 2

Fingers Positions

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

Position Characteristics

  • This position requires barre
  • This position is movable

Audio file

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Position 3

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the low E string
  • Mute the A string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 9 of the D string
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 11 of the G string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 11 of the high E string
  • Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 12 of the B string

Position Characteristics

  • This position is movable

Audio file

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B maj Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the B maj chord. This chord, belonging to the Major Chords family, is composed of the notes B, D#, and F#. The intervals that build this chord are 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), and 5 (Perfect Fifth). These intervals are key to the structure and sound of the B maj chord.

If you're new to the concept of intervals and how they're used to build chords, you might find our tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals helpful. This will provide you with a solid foundation for understanding the B maj chord and other chords you'll encounter in your guitar playing journey.

In this tutorial, we'll provide detailed chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that show the tones composing the B maj chord. This will help you visualize the chord structure on your guitar's fretboard and make it easier for you to play the chord. If you're unsure about how to read these diagrams and patterns, our tutorial on chord notation can guide you.

Mastering the B maj chord is a significant step in advancing your guitar skills. If you're ready to take on more advanced chords, our tutorial on intermediate guitar chords awaits you. Happy strumming!

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