C# 4-String Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Gbb Tuning

Short answer: C# is a C# Major chord with the notes C♯, E♯, G♯. In Gbb tuning, there are 8 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 4-String Banjo

C#, C#M, C#Δ, C#maj, C#Major

Notes: C♯, E♯, G♯

x,1,2,3 (x123)
9,6,6,6 (2111)
9,10,6,6 (2311)
9,10,9,11 (1213)
9,10,9,6 (2431)
9,10,9,x (121x)
9,x,6,6 (2x11)
9,10,x,6 (23x1)

Quick Summary

  • The C# chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G♯
  • In Gbb tuning, there are 8 voicings available
  • Also written as: C#M, C#Δ, C# maj, C# Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the 4-String Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C# chord on 4-String Banjo?

C# is a C# Major chord. It contains the notes C♯, E♯, G♯. On 4-String Banjo in Gbb tuning, there are 8 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C# on 4-String Banjo?

To play C# on in Gbb tuning, use one of the 8 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 4-String Banjo?

In Gbb tuning, there are 8 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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