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B Major

B · D# · F#

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CC#DEbEFF#GG#ABbB
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About the B chord

To play B major, use the first shape above. Use your index finger to barre the 2nd fret across the E and A strings. Place your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the C string and your pinky finger on the 4th fret of the G string. Strum all four strings and check that each one rings cleanly.

Root

B

Quality

Major

Notes

B · D# · F#

How the B chord works

B

Root(1)

The home note. It gives the chord its name.

D#

Major third(3)

This note is what makes the chord major.

F#

Perfect fifth(5)

Adds strength and stability.

This chord goes well with

B is the home chord in the key of B major. These chords naturally belong together and are a good place to start when you want to play around B.

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Practice with this chord

The best way to learn a chord is to use it. Try B in these common progressions:

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Frequently asked questions

How do you play B on ukulele?

Use the first shape shown above. Use your index finger to barre the 2nd fret across the E and A strings. Place your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the C string and your pinky finger on the 4th fret of the G string. Strum all four strings and check that each one rings cleanly.

What notes are in B?

B major contains three notes: B, D#, and F# — the root, major third, and perfect fifth.

What makes B a major chord?

The D# is what makes this chord major. It forms a major third above B. Together, B, D#, and F# make a major triad.

What songs use B?

Songs that use B include Creep.

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