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

Short answer: G is a G Major chord with the notes G, B, D. In GDAD tuning, there are 18 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: GM, GΔ, G maj, G Major

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How to Play G on 4-String Banjo

G, GM, GΔ, Gmaj, GMajor

Notes: G, B, D

0,0,2,0 (..1.)
0,5,2,0 (.21.)
0,0,2,5 (..12)
x,5,2,0 (x21.)
0,9,10,0 (.12.)
0,9,5,0 (.21.)
0,0,10,9 (..21)
0,0,5,9 (..12)
0,9,5,9 (.213)
0,9,5,5 (.312)
0,5,5,9 (.123)
x,5,5,9 (x112)
0,x,2,0 (.x1.)
0,0,2,x (..1x)
0,9,x,0 (.1x.)
0,0,x,9 (..x1)
0,9,5,x (.21x)
0,x,5,9 (.x12)

Quick Summary

  • The G chord contains the notes: G, B, D
  • In GDAD tuning, there are 18 voicings available
  • Also written as: GM, GΔ, G maj, G Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the 4-String Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the G chord on 4-String Banjo?

G is a G Major chord. It contains the notes G, B, D. On 4-String Banjo in GDAD tuning, there are 18 ways to play this chord.

How do you play G on 4-String Banjo?

To play G on in GDAD tuning, use one of the 18 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the G chord?

The G chord contains the notes: G, B, D.

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

In GDAD tuning, there are 18 voicings for the G chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: G, B, D.

What are other names for G?

G is also known as GM, GΔ, G maj, G Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: G, B, D.

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