Guitar CHORDS: Sushant Patil
Guitar CHORDS: Sushant Patil
Sushant Patil
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
I owe every note of peace and happiness in my life to the magic of music. This
book is a tribute to that beautiful journey, and I am deeply grateful to those who
To my guitar teachers, thank you for your wisdom, patience, and passion. You
didn’t just teach me to play; you taught me to express myself through music.
me has been my greatest strength. You are, and always will be, the most precious
This book wouldn’t exist without all of you. Thank you for being part of my story.
Sushant Patil
Learning guitar chords is a journey, and like any journey, it comes with
challenges. But remember, every great guitarist was once a beginner! Here are
some motivational tips to keep you practicing and never giving up
Small Steps Lead to Big Progress: Don't aim for perfection right away.
Celebrate small victories, like switching smoothly between two chords or
nailing a single strum pattern. These small wins build momentum
Visualize Your Growth: Imagine yourself playing your favorite songs
effortlessly. This vision can be your guiding light when practice feels tough
Enjoy the Process: View every practice session as an opportunity to express
yourself and have fun. It’s not just about the destination—it’s about enjoying
the journey
Create a Routine: Set aside a specific time each day to practice. Consistency
beats intensity when it comes to mastering chords
Play Songs You Love: Incorporate songs into your practice that use the
chords you're learning. Playing music you enjoy will keep you engaged and
motivated
Mistakes Are Part of Learning: Don't fear mistakes—they’re proof you’re
trying! Every slip-up is a step closer to mastering your chords
Track Your Progress: Keep a journal or video record of your practice. Seeing
how far you’ve come will inspire you to keep going
Find Inspiration in Others: Watch performances by your favorite guitarists or
listen to music that excites you. Let their passion fuel your own
Reward Yourself: Celebrate milestones. Once you master a new chord or
song, treat yourself—whether it’s a favorite snack or a well-deserved break
Remember Why You Started: Reflect on what inspired you to pick up the
guitar. Keep that reason in mind when motivation wanes
Dream Big but Start Small: Picture yourself playing on stage, jamming with
friends, or writing your own songs. These dreams can keep you focused as you
work on the basics.
Remember, every chord you learn is a building block of music. Your dedication
today will transform into confidence and creativity tomorrow. Keep strumming,
and most importantly, never give up—you’ve got this!
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Introduction to Guitar Chord
What is a Chord? ---------------------------------------------------------- 2
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MAJOR, MINOR, DOMINANT 7TH -------------------------------------- 8
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MAJOR, MINOR, DOMINANT 7TH -------------------------------------- 64
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MAJOR, MINOR, DOMINANT 7TH -------------------------------------- 72
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Introduction to Guitar Chords
Guitar chords are the foundation of music on the guitar, forming the harmonic
backbone of countless songs across all genres. Whether you're strumming a gentle
ballad, playing a fiery rock riff, or experimenting with jazz harmonies, chords are
essential tools for creating and expressing music.
What is a Chord?
A chord is a combination of three or more notes played together to create harmony.
On the guitar, chords are typically formed by pressing down strings at specific frets
while strumming or plucking multiple strings simultaneously. Each chord has its
unique sound and character, determined by the notes it contains.
Begin with simple open chords, as they are easier to play and widely used in songs.
Focus on chords like C, G, D, A, E, Am, Em, and Dm
Check Finger Placement: Ensure each finger presses the correct fret with enough
pressure to produce a clear sound
Avoid Muted Strings: Pluck each string individually to ensure all notes ring out
cleanly.
Visualizing chord shapes on the fretboard helps you recall them quickly. Practice
without looking at your hand to build muscle memory.
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5. Strumming and Rhythm
Use Simple Patterns: Start with a downstroke-only pattern (e.g., “down, down,
down, down”)
Strengthen Fingers: Practice pressing all six strings with your index finger
Work on Movable Shapes: Use E and A shapes to practice barre chords across
the fretboard
Practice Sustain: Hold a barre chord for a few seconds to improve hand stamina.
7. Incorporate a Metronome
Increase Gradually: As you improve, raise the tempo to match song speeds.
Chord Voicings: Experiment with alternate voicings for variety (e.g., Cmaj7
instead of C)
each week
progression or song.
Mastery takes time and regular effort. Even 10–15 minutes of focused daily practice
By incorporating these techniques into your practice routine, you’ll not only master
chords but also build a solid foundation for playing songs, improvising, and
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How to Read a Guitar Chord Chart
A chord chart shows how to play a chord on the guitar. Here's a quick guide:
1. Diagram Layou
Vertical Lines: Represent the six guitar strings (low E to high E, left to right)
Horizontal Lines: Represent the frets.
2. Symbol
Dots: Show where to place fingers
Numbers inside dots indicate fingers:
Nut
Finger numbers
Frets
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"sharp" (♯) or "flat" (♭)
The choice between calling a note or chord "sharp" (♯) or "flat" (♭) depends on
context in music theory, and it usually aligns with the key signature, scale, or the
music's harmonic context. Here's how you decide:
2. Enharmonic Notes
Some notes can be called either sharp or flat because they sound the same but are
spelled differently
Example: F♯ = G♭, C♯ = D♭, etc
The choice depends on the scale or chord
If you're playing in the key of D Major (F♯ and C♯ are in the key signature),
you'd use F♯
If you're playing in the key of G♭ Major (six flats), you'd use G♭.
3. Chord Context
Even though F♯ and G♭ sound the same, the spelling matches the key or the function
of the chord in the progression.
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4. When Moving Up or Dow
5. Practical Tip
When in doubt, look at the key signature or the scale you're playing in
Use sharps in sharp keys (e.g., G, D, A) and flats in flat keys (e.g., F, B♭, E♭)
Avoid mixing sharps and flats in the same scale or chord progression unless
required for jazz or advanced chromatic music.
By sticking to these methods, you'll ensure clarity and correctness in your notation
and communication with other musicians!
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root note
C
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C major (Notes- C, E, G)
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C major 7th (Notes- C, E, G, b)
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C Power (5) (Notes- C, G)
C suspended 4 (Notes- C, F, G)
C suspended 2 (Notes- C, D, G)
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C6 (Notes- C, E, G, A)
c9 (Notes- C, E, G, B♭, D)
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C minor 9 (Notes- C, E♭, G, B♭, D)
c major 9 (Notes- C, E, G, B, D)
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c 11 (Notes- C, E, G, B♭, D, F)
c major 11 (Notes- C, E, G, B, D, F)
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c minor major 11 (Notes- C, E♭, G, B, D, F)
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C♯
root note
d♭
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C♯ major (Notes- C♯, F, G♯)
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C♯ major 7th (Notes- C♯, F, G♯, C )
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C♯ Power (5) (Notes- C♯, G♯)
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C♯ 6 (Notes- C♯, F, G♯, A♯)
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C♯ minor 9 (Notes- C♯, E, G♯, B, D♯)
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C♯ 11 (Notes- C♯, F, G♯, B, D♯, F♯)
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C♯ minor major 11 (Notes- C♯, E, G♯, C, D♯, F♯)
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root note
D
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D major (Notes- D, F♯, A)
D minor (Notes- D, F, A)
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D major 7th (Notes- D, F♯, A, C♯)
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D Power (5) (Notes- D, A)
D suspended 4 (Notes- D, G, A)
D suspended 2 (Notes- D, E, A)
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D 6 (Notes- D, F♯, A, B)
D 9 (Notes- D, F♯, A, C, E )
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D minor 9 (Notes- D, F, A, C, E)
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D 11 (Notes- D, F♯, A, C, E, G)
D minor 11 (Notes- D, F, A, C, E, G)
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D minor major 11 (Notes- D, F, A, C♯, E, G)
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root note
e ♭
♯
d
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E♭ major (Notes- E♭, G, B♭)
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E♭ major 7th (Notes- E♭, G, B♭, D)
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E♭ Power (5) (Notes- E♭, B♭)
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E♭ 6 (Notes- E♭, G, B♭, C)
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E♭ minor 9 (Notes- E♭, G♭, B♭, D♭, F)
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E♭ 11 (Notes- E♭, G, B♭, D♭, F, A♭)
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E♭ minor major 11 (Notes- E♭, G♭, B♭, D, F, A♭)
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root note
E
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E major (Notes- E, G♯, B)
E minor (Notes- E, G, B)
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E major 7th (Notes- E, G♯, B, D♯)
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E Power (5) (Notes- E, B)
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E suspended 4 (Notes- E, A, B)
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E6 (Notes- E, G♯, B, C♯)
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E minor 9 (Notes- E, G, B, D, F♯)
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E 11 (Notes- E, G♯, B, D, F♯, A)
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E minor major 11 (Notes- E, G, B, D♯, F♯, A)
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root note
f
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F major (Notes- F, A, C)
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F major 7th (Notes- F, A, C, E)
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F Power (5) (Notes- F, C)
F suspended 2 (Notes- F, G, C)
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F6 (Notes- F, A, C, D)
F9 (Notes- F, A, C, E♭, G)
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F minor 9 (Notes- F, A♭, C, E♭, G)
F major 9 (Notes- F, A, C, E, G)
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F 11 (Notes- F, A, C, E♭, G, B♭)
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F minor major 11 (Notes- F, A♭, C, E, G, B♭)
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root note
f ♯
g ♭
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F♯ major (Notes- F♯, A♯, C♯)
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F♯ major 7th (Notes- F♯, A♯, C♯, E♯)
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F♯ Power (5) (Notes- F♯, C♯)
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F♯ 6 (Notes- F♯, A♯, C♯, D♯)
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F♯ minor 9 (Notes- F♯, A, C♯, E, G♯)
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F♯ 11 (Notes- F♯, A♯, C♯, E, G♯, B)
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F♯ minor major 11 (Notes- F♯, A, C♯, E♯, G♯, B)
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root note
g
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g major (Notes- G, B, D)
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G major 7th (Notes- G, B, D, F♯)
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G Power (5) (Notes- G, D)
G suspended 4 (Notes- G, C, D)
G suspended 2 (Notes- G, A, D)
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G 6 (Notes- G, B, D, E)
G 9 (Notes- G, B♭, D, E)
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G minor 9 (Notes- G, B♭, D, E)
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G 11 (Notes- G, B, D, F, A, C)
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G minor major 11 (Notes- G, B♭, D, F♯, A, C)
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root note
a♭
♯
g
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a♭ major (Notes- A♭, C, E♭)
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a♭ major 7th (Notes- A♭, C, E♭, G)
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a♭ Power (5) (Notes- A♭, E♭)
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a♭ 6 (Notes- A♭, C, E♭, F)
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a♭ minor 9 (Notes- A♭, C♭, E♭, G♭, B♭)
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a♭ 11 (Notes- A♭, C, E♭, G♭, B♭, D♭)
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a♭ minor major 11 (Notes- A♭, C♭, E♭, G, B♭, D♭)
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root note
a
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a major (Notes- A, C♯, E)
a minor (Notes- A, C, E)
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a major 7th (Notes- A, C♯, E, G♯)
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a Power (5) (Notes- A, E)
a suspended 4 (Notes- A, D, E)
a suspended 2 (Notes- A, B, E)
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a6 (Notes- A, C♯, E, F♯)
a9 (Notes- A, C♯, E, G, B)
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a minor 9 (Notes- A, C, E, G, B)
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a 11 (Notes- A, C♯, E, G, B, D)
a minor 11 (Notes- A, C, E, G, B, D)
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a minor major 11 (Notes- A, C, E, G♯, B, D)
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root note
b ♭
a♯
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b♭ major (Notes- B♭, D, F)
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b♭ major 7th (Notes- B♭, D, F, A)
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b♭ Power (5) (Notes- B♭, F)
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b♭ 6 (Notes- B♭, D, F, G)
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b♭ minor 9 (Notes- B♭, D♭, F, A♭, CB)
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b♭ 11 (Notes- B♭, D, F, A♭, C, E♭)
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b♭ minor major 11 (Notes- B♭, D♭, F, A, C, E♭)
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root note
b
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b major (Notes- B, D♯, F♯)
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b major 7th (Notes- B, D♯, F♯, A♯)
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b Power (5) (Notes- B, F♯)
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b6 (Notes- B, D♯, F♯, G♯)
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b minor 9 (Notes- B, D, F♯, A, C♯)
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b 11 (Notes- B, D♯, F♯, A, C♯, E)
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b minor major 11 (Notes- B, D, F♯, A♯, C♯, E)
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR – SUSHANT PATIL
Sushant Patil is an Indian guitarist, singer, songwriter, and music
producer with a career spanning over a decade. He has collaborated
and performed with renowned artists in the industry, contributing his
expertise to various music projects, studio recordings, and live
performances as a sought-after session musician.
MRP: ₹ 1200/-
ISBN 9789334227314