A Mandola Chord — Chart and Tabs in Forths Tuning

Short answer: A is a A Major chord with the notes A, C♯, E. In Forths tuning, there are 7 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: AM, AΔ, A maj, A Major

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How to Play A on Mandola

A, AM, AΔ, Amaj, AMajor

Notes: A, C♯, E

x,4,3,1 (x321)
9,8,6,6 (3211)
9,8,6,10 (3214)
9,11,11,10 (1342)
9,8,6,x (321x)
9,11,x,10 (13x2)
9,x,6,10 (2x13)

Quick Summary

  • The A chord contains the notes: A, C♯, E
  • In Forths tuning, there are 7 voicings available
  • Also written as: AM, AΔ, A maj, A Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Mandola fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the A chord on Mandola?

A is a A Major chord. It contains the notes A, C♯, E. On Mandola in Forths tuning, there are 7 ways to play this chord.

How do you play A on Mandola?

To play A on in Forths 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 A chord?

The A chord contains the notes: A, C♯, E.

How many ways can you play A on Mandola?

In Forths tuning, there are 7 voicings for the A chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: A, C♯, E.

What are other names for A?

A is also known as AM, AΔ, A maj, A Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: A, C♯, E.