Beginner Guitar Chord – The E Major Chord

The is found in the E Major Scale: E F# G# A B C# D# E. It is made up of the 1 (root note), 3 and 5 of this scale. Meaning the notes E, G# and B. In order to add more depth to the sound of the chord you add 2 more E’s and a B. The E note is at the root of the chord meaning the top of the chord shown in the diagram below.

E Major Chord notes: E B E G# B E

Here is a key that will help you read the chart:

Basic Guitar Chords Chart Key

E-MAJOR-CHORD

The E Major Guitar Chord is definitely one of the easiest chords to learn and play. Just be certain that you are pressing down on the strings firmly enough. Play each string one at a time to be sure that you are producing a clean sound. If any of the strings buzz or sound muted, then something is not right.

The video below will further demonstrate how to correctly play this chord.

Enjoy!

E Major Chord Video

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