C Guitar Chord — Chart and Tabs in C#m Tuning

Short answer: C is a C Major chord with the notes C, E, G. In C#m tuning, there are 30 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major

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How to Play C on Guitar

C, CM, CΔ, Cmaj, CMajor

Notes: C, E, G

Quick Summary

The C chord contains the notes: C, E, G
In C#m tuning, there are 30 voicings available
Also written as: CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major
Each diagram shows finger positions on the Guitar fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C chord on Guitar?

C is a C Major chord. It contains the notes C, E, G. On Guitar in C#m tuning, there are 30 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C on Guitar?

To play C on in C#m tuning, use one of the 30 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 Guitar?

In C#m tuning, there are 30 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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