E# 4-String Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Irish Tuning

Short answer: E# is a E# Major chord with the notes E♯, G♯♯, B♯. In Irish tuning, there are 7 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: E#M, E#Δ, E# maj, E# Major

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How to Play E# on 4-String Banjo

E#, E#M, E#Δ, E#maj, E#Major

Notes: E♯, G♯♯, B♯

x,3,3,5 (x112)
10,10,0,8 (23.1)
10,7,0,8 (31.2)
10,7,8,8 (4123)
10,10,0,x (12.x)
10,x,0,8 (2x.1)
10,7,x,8 (31x2)

Quick Summary

  • The E# chord contains the notes: E♯, G♯♯, B♯
  • In Irish tuning, there are 7 voicings available
  • Also written as: E#M, E#Δ, E# maj, E# Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the 4-String Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

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

E# is a E# Major chord. It contains the notes E♯, G♯♯, B♯. On 4-String Banjo in Irish tuning, there are 7 ways to play this chord.

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

To play E# on in Irish 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 E# chord?

The E# chord contains the notes: E♯, G♯♯, B♯.

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

In Irish tuning, there are 7 voicings for the E# chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: E♯, G♯♯, B♯.

What are other names for E#?

E# is also known as E#M, E#Δ, E# maj, E# Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: E♯, G♯♯, B♯.

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