About the G# chord
To play G# major, use the first shape above. Use your index finger to barre the 3rd fret across the C, E, and A strings. Place your middle finger on the 4th fret of the E string and your pinky finger on the 5th fret of the G string. Strum all four strings and check that each one rings cleanly.
Root
G#
Quality
Major
Notes
G# · B# · D#
How the G# chord works
G#
Root(1)
The home note. It gives the chord its name.
B#
Major third(3)
This note is what makes the chord major.
D#
Perfect fifth(5)
Adds strength and stability.
This chord goes well with
G# is the home chord in the key of G# major. These chords naturally belong together and are a good place to start when you want to play around G#.