C Major Guitar Chord
The fundamental chord with a bright, happy and stable sound. Forms the basis of most popular, rock, folk and classical music. Consists of three notes: the root, major third and perfect fifth.
Strings
X–3–2–0–1–0
Notation for C chord
Other names: C major, C maj, C M
Music theory name: major triad
Common name: C major chord
Intervals and tones in C chord
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| C | Root |
| E | Major 3rd |
| G | Perfect 5th |
All Variations
Open
X–3–2–0–1–0
Fret 3
X–3–5–5–5–3
Fret 5
X–X–5–5–5–8
Fret 8
8–10–10–9–8–8
Open
3–3–2–0–1–0