A 4-String Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in GDAD Tuning

Short answer: A is a A Major chord with the notes A, C♯, E. In GDAD tuning, there are 4 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: AM, AΔ, A maj, A Major

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How to Play A on 4-String Banjo

A, AM, AΔ, Amaj, AMajor

Notes: A, C♯, E

2,2,4,2 (1121)
x,7,7,11 (x112)
2,2,4,x (112x)
2,x,4,2 (1x21)

Quick Summary

  • The A chord contains the notes: A, C♯, E
  • In GDAD tuning, there are 4 voicings available
  • Also written as: AM, AΔ, A maj, A Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the 4-String Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the A chord on 4-String Banjo?

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

How do you play A on 4-String Banjo?

To play A on in GDAD tuning, use one of the 4 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the A chord?

The A chord contains the notes: A, C♯, E.

How many ways can you play A on 4-String Banjo?

In GDAD tuning, there are 4 voicings for the A chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: A, C♯, E.

What are other names for A?

A is also known as AM, AΔ, A maj, A Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: A, C♯, E.