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

Short answer: G is a G Major chord with the notes G, B, D. In Plectrum tuning, there are 15 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

x,0,0,0 (x...)
7,0,0,0 (1...)
7,7,0,0 (12..)
7,4,0,0 (21..)
7,4,3,0 (321.)
7,7,0,5 (23.1)
7,7,8,9 (1123)
7,4,8,0 (213.)
7,7,0,9 (12.3)
7,4,3,5 (4213)
7,x,0,0 (1x..)
7,7,0,x (12.x)
7,4,x,0 (21x.)
7,7,x,9 (11x2)
7,4,3,x (321x)

Quick Summary

  • The G chord contains the notes: G, B, D
  • In Plectrum tuning, there are 15 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 Plectrum tuning, there are 15 ways to play this chord.

How do you play G on 4-String Banjo?

To play G on in Plectrum tuning, use one of the 15 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 Plectrum tuning, there are 15 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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