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E minor

Chord

E minor

The easiest chord on guitar. Two fingers, all six strings ring out.

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01Diagram

E minor

Notes

E G B

Intervals

1 b3 5

02Theory

How this chord is built

  1. 1

    Root note. The chord takes its name from this degree.

  2. b3

    Third. Major or minor quality is decided here.

  3. 5

    Fifth. Stable, defines the chord body.

Anchor of countless rock and metal riffs. Open low E string gives massive low end.

03Variations

The same chord, in other positions

04Repertoire

Songs that use this chord

  • The Beatles

    Let It Be

    Key of C

  • Bob Dylan

    Knockin on Heavens Door

    Key of G

  • Oasis

    Wonderwall

    Capo 2

  • Eagles

    Hotel California

    Key of Am

  • Tracy Chapman

    Fast Car

    Capo 2

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05Substitutions

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