D Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in E minor Tuning

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

Also known as: DM, DΔ, D maj, D Major

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How to Play D on Banjo

D, DM, DΔ, Dmaj, DMajor

Notes: D, F♯, A

10,10,11,10,10 (11211)
x,10,11,10,10 (x1211)
x,x,11,10,10 (xx211)
10,10,11,10,x (1121x)
10,x,11,10,10 (1x211)
x,10,11,10,x (x121x)
10,x,11,10,x (1x21x)

Quick Summary

  • The D chord contains the notes: D, F♯, A
  • In E minor tuning, there are 7 voicings available
  • Also written as: DM, DΔ, D maj, D Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the D chord on Banjo?

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

How do you play D on Banjo?

To play D 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 D chord?

The D chord contains the notes: D, F♯, A.

How many ways can you play D on Banjo?

In E minor tuning, there are 7 voicings for the D chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: D, F♯, A.

What are other names for D?

D is also known as DM, DΔ, D maj, D Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: D, F♯, A.