C# Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in E minor Tuning

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

Also known as: C#M, C#Δ, C# maj, C# Major

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How to Play C# on Banjo

C#, C#M, C#Δ, C#maj, C#Major

Notes: C♯, E♯, G♯

9,9,10,9,9 (11211)
x,9,10,9,9 (x1211)
x,x,10,9,9 (xx211)
9,9,10,9,x (1121x)
9,x,10,9,9 (1x211)
x,9,10,9,x (x121x)
9,x,10,9,x (1x21x)

Quick Summary

  • The C# chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G♯
  • In E minor tuning, there are 7 voicings available
  • Also written as: C#M, C#Δ, C# maj, C# Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C# chord on Banjo?

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

How do you play C# on Banjo?

To play C# on in E minor 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# chord?

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

How many ways can you play C# on Banjo?

In E minor tuning, there are 7 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 C#M, C#Δ, C# maj, C# Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: C♯, E♯, G♯.

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