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C# Major

C# · E# · G#

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CC#DEbEFF#GG#ABbB
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About the C# chord

To play C# major, use the first shape above. Use your index finger to barre the 1st fret across the G, C, and E strings. Place your pinky finger on the 4th fret of the A string. Strum all four strings and check that each one rings cleanly.

Root

C#

Quality

Major

Notes

C# · E# · G#

How the C# chord works

C#

Root(1)

The home note. It gives the chord its name.

E#

Major third(3)

This note is what makes the chord major.

G#

Perfect fifth(5)

Adds strength and stability.

This chord goes well with

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

C#D#mE#mF#G#A#mB#dim
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Practice with this chord

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

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Frequently asked questions

How do you play C# on ukulele?

Use the first shape shown above. Use your index finger to barre the 1st fret across the G, C, and E strings. Place your pinky finger on the 4th fret of the A string. Strum all four strings and check that each one rings cleanly.

What notes are in C#?

C# major contains three notes: C#, E#, and G# — the root, major third, and perfect fifth.

What makes C# a major chord?

The E# is what makes this chord major. It forms a major third above C#. Together, C#, E#, and G# make a major triad.

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