C Cavaquinho Chord — Chart and Tabs in E2 B2 G3 D4 Tuning

Short answer: C is a C Major chord with the notes C, E, G. In E2 B2 G3 D4 tuning, there are 10 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major

How to Play C on Cavaquinho

C, CM, CΔ, Cmaj, CMajor

Notes: C, E, G

x,1,0,2 (x1.2)
8,5,5,5 (2111)
8,5,0,5 (31.2)
8,5,9,5 (2131)
8,8,9,10 (1123)
8,8,9,5 (2341)
8,5,0,x (21.x)
8,8,9,x (112x)
8,5,x,5 (21x1)
8,x,9,5 (2x31)

Quick Summary

  • The C chord contains the notes: C, E, G
  • In E2 B2 G3 D4 tuning, there are 10 voicings available
  • Also written as: CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Cavaquinho fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C chord on Cavaquinho?

C is a C Major chord. It contains the notes C, E, G. On Cavaquinho in E2 B2 G3 D4 tuning, there are 10 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C on Cavaquinho?

To play C on in E2 B2 G3 D4 tuning, use one of the 10 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the C chord?

The C chord contains the notes: C, E, G.

How many ways can you play C on Cavaquinho?

In E2 B2 G3 D4 tuning, there are 10 voicings for the C chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: C, E, G.

What are other names for C?

C is also known as CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: C, E, G.