I-IV-V foundation
This is the core major-key movement behind blues, rock, country, and pop progressions.
Guitar chord companion
G Major Chord
Learn the G Major chord on guitar with chord tones, intervals, and interactive fretboard shapes.
1G3B5D
Playable G Major Chord voicings
Start with these chord-box shapes, then use the full fretboard below to see every chord tone.
G shape, open position
Low to high strings: 3 2 0 0 0 3
E shape, fret 3
Low to high strings: 3 5 5 4 3 3
D shape, fret 5
Low to high strings: x x 5 7 8 7
C shape, fret 7
Low to high strings: x 10 9 7 8 7
A shape, fret 10
Low to high strings: x 10 12 12 12 10
Full fretboard map
Every G Major Chord chord tone across the neck, with roots highlighted for quick orientation.
CAGED
Common progressions using G 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 | G |
| 3 | 3 | B |
| 5 | 5 | D |
Compatible Scales
Formula
R – 3 – 5