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

Short answer: G is a G Major chord with the notes G, B, D. In Standard tuning, there are 13 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,0,0,2 (x..1)
7,4,0,5 (31.2)
7,4,5,5 (4123)
7,7,9,10 (1123)
11,0,0,10 (2..1)
7,0,9,5 (2.31)
7,7,9,5 (2341)
x,0,9,5 (x.21)
11,0,0,x (1..x)
7,4,0,x (21.x)
7,7,9,x (112x)
7,4,x,5 (31x2)
7,x,9,5 (2x31)

Quick Summary

  • The G chord contains the notes: G, B, D
  • In Standard tuning, there are 13 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 Standard tuning, there are 13 ways to play this chord.

How do you play G on 4-String Banjo?

To play G on in Standard tuning, use one of the 13 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 Standard tuning, there are 13 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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