The Beatles
Let It Be
Key of C
Chord
B minor (barre)
A shape minor barre at the second fret. Common in folk, pop and rock in the key of D.
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01Diagram
B minor (barre)
1
3
4
2
1
Notes
B D F#
Intervals
1 b3 5
02Theory
How this chord is built
- 1
Root note. The chord takes its name from this degree.
- b3
Third. Major or minor quality is decided here.
- 5
Fifth. Stable, defines the chord body.
Often the vi chord in D major. Practice the partial version without the low root if the full barre is hard.
03Variations
The same chord, in other positions
04Repertoire
Songs that use this chord
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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