I-IV-V foundation
This is the core major-key movement behind blues, rock, country, and pop progressions.
Guitar chord companion
E Major Chord
Learn the E Major chord on guitar with chord tones, intervals, and interactive fretboard shapes.
1E3G#5B
Playable E Major Chord voicings
Start with these chord-box shapes, then use the full fretboard below to see every chord tone.
E shape, open position
Low to high strings: 0 2 2 1 0 0
D shape, fret 2
Low to high strings: x x 2 4 5 4
C shape, fret 4
Low to high strings: x 7 6 4 5 4
A shape, fret 7
Low to high strings: x 7 9 9 9 7
G shape, fret 9
Low to high strings: 12 11 9 9 9 12
Full fretboard map
Every E Major Chord chord tone across the neck, with roots highlighted for quick orientation.
CAGED
Common progressions using E Major
Try these progressions to hear the chord in context instead of treating it as an isolated shape.
I-vi-IV-V loop
A familiar pop progression that balances a stable tonic with relative minor color.
Chord Tones
| Degree | Interval | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | R | E |
| 3 | 3 | G# |
| 5 | 5 | B |
Compatible Scales
Formula
R – 3 – 5