C Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in G minor Tuning

Short answer: C is a C Major chord with the notes C, E, G. In G minor tuning, there are 11 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major

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How to Play C on Banjo

C, CM, CΔ, Cmaj, CMajor

Notes: C, E, G

9,10,9,9,10 (12113)
x,10,9,9,10 (x2113)
x,x,9,9,10 (xx112)
9,10,9,9,x (1211x)
9,x,9,9,10 (1x112)
9,10,x,9,10 (12x13)
x,10,9,9,x (x211x)
9,10,x,9,x (12x1x)
9,x,x,9,10 (1xx12)
9,x,5,9,x (2x13x)
5,x,9,9,x (1x23x)

Quick Summary

  • The C chord contains the notes: C, E, G
  • In G minor tuning, there are 11 voicings available
  • Also written as: CM, CΔ, 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 G minor tuning, there are 11 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C on Banjo?

To play C on in G minor tuning, use one of the 11 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 G minor tuning, there are 11 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.