Bb Major Chord Diagram
Standard Position
6th (E) string: Don't play
5th (A) string: 1th fret
4th (D) string: 3th fret
3rd (G) string: 3th fret
2nd (B) string: 3th fret
1st (E) string: 1th fret
How to Play Bb Major
Place your fingers according to the diagram above. Each number represents which fret to press, and 'x' means don't play that string.
Pro Tip: Press firmly just behind the frets, not on top of them, for the clearest sound.
Bb Major Variations
Bbmaj7
x13231
Add 7th for jazzy sound
Popular Songs Using Bb Major
Famous Examples:
- • Hey Jude
- • Let It Be
More Hits:
- • Yesterday
Common Chord Progressions with Bb Major
Bb-F-Gm-Eb
Popular progression in key of Bb
Bb-Eb-F
A popular progression used in many songs
Bb-Dm-Eb-F
A popular progression used in many songs
Practice Tips for Bb Major
1. Barre Position
Keep your index finger straight across the 1st fret
Music Theory Behind Bb Major
Notes in Bb Major: Bb - D - F
Scale: Bb - C - D - Eb - F - G - A - Bb
Key Signature: 2 flats (Bb, Eb)
Relative Minor: G minor
Bb major is a common key for wind instruments
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Master Bb Major Today!
Bb Major is a stepping stone to advanced playing. Take your time and practice regularly!