C#b5 Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Cumberland Tuning

Short answer: C#b5 is a C# ♭5 chord with the notes C♯, E♯, G. In Cumberland tuning, there are 7 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: C#Mb5, C#Δ-5

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How to Play C#b5 on Banjo

C#b5, C#Mb5, C#Δ-5

Notes: C♯, E♯, G

10,9,10,11,9 (21341)
10,9,10,x,9 (213x1)
10,9,10,11,x (2134x)
10,x,10,11,9 (2x341)
10,x,10,11,x (1x12x)
10,9,10,x,x (213xx)
10,x,10,x,9 (2x3x1)

Quick Summary

  • The C#b5 chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G
  • In Cumberland tuning, there are 7 voicings available
  • Also written as: C#Mb5, C#Δ-5
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C#b5 chord on Banjo?

C#b5 is a C# ♭5 chord. It contains the notes C♯, E♯, G. On Banjo in Cumberland tuning, there are 7 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C#b5 on Banjo?

To play C#b5 on in Cumberland tuning, use one of the 7 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the C#b5 chord?

The C#b5 chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G.

How many ways can you play C#b5 on Banjo?

In Cumberland tuning, there are 7 voicings for the C#b5 chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: C♯, E♯, G.

What are other names for C#b5?

C#b5 is also known as C#Mb5, C#Δ-5. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: C♯, E♯, G.

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