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

Short answer: C is a C Major chord with the notes C, E, G. In Plectrum tuning, there are 13 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

0,0,1,2 (..12)
0,0,5,5 (..12)
x,5,5,5 (x111)
0,0,5,2 (..21)
0,5,5,5 (.123)
0,9,8,10 (.213)
0,9,8,5 (.321)
0,9,5,5 (.312)
0,0,x,2 (..x1)
0,0,5,x (..1x)
0,x,5,5 (.x12)
0,9,8,x (.21x)
0,9,x,5 (.2x1)

Quick Summary

  • The C chord contains the notes: C, E, G
  • In Plectrum tuning, there are 13 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 Plectrum tuning, there are 13 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C on 4-String Banjo?

To play C on in Plectrum 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 C chord?

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

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

In Plectrum tuning, there are 13 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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