C Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in F# Tuning

Short answer: C is a C Major chord with the notes C, E, G. In F# tuning, there are 10 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major

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How to Play C on Banjo

C, CM, CΔ, Cmaj, CMajor

Notes: C, E, G

x,11,10,9,11 (x3214)
x,x,10,9,11 (xx213)
10,11,10,9,x (2431x)
10,11,x,9,11 (23x14)
10,x,10,9,11 (2x314)
x,11,10,9,x (x321x)
10,11,x,9,x (23x1x)
10,x,6,9,x (3x12x)
6,x,10,9,x (1x32x)
10,x,x,9,11 (2xx13)

Quick Summary

  • The C chord contains the notes: C, E, G
  • In F# tuning, there are 10 voicings available
  • Also written as: CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C chord on Banjo?

C is a C Major chord. It contains the notes C, E, G. On Banjo in F# tuning, there are 10 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C on Banjo?

To play C on in F# tuning, use one of the 10 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 Banjo?

In F# tuning, there are 10 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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