C major chord for guitar (C)
Diagram, fingering, and theory for the C major chord (C) on guitar: C · E · G.
Root
Chord
DiagramC
Stacked thirds
1
3M
5
Theory
Formula1-3-5
DifferenceThe reference triad: 1-3-5.
SoundOpen, stable, bright.
FunctionTonic (I) or dominant (V).
UseThe building block of nearly every song.
Next steps
△TriadsSee the triads and inversions on the fretboard∷ArpeggiosPlay the chord note by note◎CircleFind its function in the key⚿ProgressionsUse it in a chord progression
Diagram for guitar in standard tuning.
C major
The C major chord (C) is made up of: C · E · G.
The building block of nearly every song.