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C# maj position 1 guitar chord diagram

Welcome to our tutorial on the C# maj chord. This chord is part of the Major Chords family and is composed of the notes C#, E#, and G#. The intervals that build this chord are 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), and 5 (Perfect Fifth).

Understanding the construction of this chord is critical to mastering its play on the guitar. If you're new to the concept of music intervals, we recommend checking out our tutorial on fretboard intervals to get a solid foundation. The complete names of the music intervals used in the C# maj chord are Root (1), Major Third (3), and Perfect Fifth (5).

To help you learn how to play the C# maj chord, we'll be providing chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that show the tones composing the chord. This will make it easier to visualize and remember the chord structure. If you need help understanding how chords are built by stacking intervals, our guitar music theory tutorial will be a valuable resource.

The C# maj chord, like other major chords, is commonly used in a variety of music genres, including rock, blues, pop, and jazz. To see how this chord can be used in songs, check out our tutorial on the most common chord progressions.

Remember, practice makes perfect. So, take your time, learn the theory, and then apply it to your playing. Before you know it, the C# maj chord will be second nature to you. Happy playing!

Notes in the C# maj chord:

C#E#G#

Formula of the Major chord:

1
b2
2
b3
3
4
b5
5
#5
6
b7
7

C# Major Guitar Chord Voicings

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If you have difficulties with bar chord shapes, check the Bar Chords Tips tutorial.

You can also use this accessible chords page with written diagrams instruction.

Position 1
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C# maj position 4 guitar chord diagram

Position 2
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C# maj position 2 guitar chord diagram

Position 3
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C# maj position 1 guitar chord diagram

Position 4
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C# maj position 5 guitar chord diagram

Position 5
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C# maj position 3 guitar chord diagram

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Play This Chord With Other Roots

C maj | D maj | E maj | F maj | G maj | A maj | B maj | C#maj | D#maj | F#maj | G#maj | A#maj | Abmaj | Bbmaj | Dbmaj | Ebmaj | Gbmaj

Complete Fretboard Map of C# maj chord tones

This fretboard map shows you the tones in the chord all along the neck. You can play this chord by choosing some of the chord tones.

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