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

Short answer: E is a E Major chord with the notes E, G♯, B. In Open G tuning, there are 9 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: EM, EΔ, E maj, E Major

Looking for E (Standard Tuning)?

Piano ChordsInstrumentsTunings

How to Play E on 4-String Banjo

E, EM, EΔ, Emaj, EMajor

Notes: E, G♯, B

1,2,1,0 (132.)
x,2,1,0 (x21.)
4,2,1,0 (321.)
1,2,4,0 (123.)
4,2,1,5 (3214)
1,2,4,5 (1234)
1,2,x,0 (12x.)
4,2,1,x (321x)
1,2,4,x (123x)

Quick Summary

  • The E chord contains the notes: E, G♯, B
  • In Open G tuning, there are 9 voicings available
  • Also written as: EM, EΔ, 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 Open G tuning, there are 9 ways to play this chord.

How do you play E on 4-String Banjo?

To play E on in Open G tuning, use one of the 9 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 Open G tuning, there are 9 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 EM, EΔ, E maj, E Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: E, G♯, B.

All E chords

Related tools & references