banjo chords

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The C Major chord on banjo consists of the notes C, E, G and is built from the formula I - III - V. In this chord, the root is C, the major third is E, and the perfect fifth is G.

About the C Major Chord

The major chord is one of the most fundamental chords in banjo playing and forms the backbone of countless bluegrass and folk songs. Its bright, resolved sound makes it the home base for Scruggs-style three-finger picking and clawhammer strumming alike. Most bluegrass progressions are built entirely around major chords.

Common Chords in the Key of C

Related Scales