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

Short answer: C is a C Major chord with the notes C, E, G. In Standard tuning, there are 12 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major

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How to Play C on 4-String Banjo

C, CM, CΔ, Cmaj, CMajor

Notes: C, E, G

0,0,2,3 (..12)
x,5,5,7 (x112)
0,0,5,7 (..12)
0,5,5,7 (.123)
0,9,10,10 (.123)
0,0,10,7 (..21)
0,9,5,7 (.312)
0,0,2,x (..1x)
0,0,x,7 (..x1)
0,x,5,7 (.x12)
0,9,x,10 (.1x2)
0,9,5,x (.21x)

Quick Summary

  • The C chord contains the notes: C, E, G
  • In Standard tuning, there are 12 voicings available
  • Also written as: CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the 4-String Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C chord on 4-String Banjo?

C is a C Major chord. It contains the notes C, E, G. On 4-String Banjo in Standard tuning, there are 12 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C on 4-String Banjo?

To play C on in Standard tuning, use one of the 12 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the C chord?

The C chord contains the notes: C, E, G.

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

In Standard tuning, there are 12 voicings for the C chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: C, E, G.

What are other names for C?

C is also known as CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: C, E, G.

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