Eb Major Chord Diagram
Standard Position
6th (E) string: Don't play
5th (A) string: 6th fret
4th (D) string: 8th fret
3rd (G) string: 8th fret
2nd (B) string: 8th fret
1st (E) string: 6th fret
How to Play Eb 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.
Eb Major Variations
Ebmaj7
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Add 7th for sophisticated harmony
Popular Songs Using Eb Major
Famous Examples:
- • Clocks
- • Fix You
More Hits:
- • The Scientist
Common Chord Progressions with Eb Major
Eb-Bb-Cm-Ab
Popular progression in key of Eb
Eb-Ab-Bb
A popular progression used in many songs
Eb-Fm-Bb
A popular progression used in many songs
Practice Tips for Eb Major
1. High Barre
This chord is played higher on the neck, requiring good barre technique
Music Theory Behind Eb Major
Notes in Eb Major: Eb - G - Bb
Scale: Eb - F - G - Ab - Bb - C - D - Eb
Key Signature: 3 flats (Bb, Eb, Ab)
Relative Minor: C minor
Eb major is common in jazz and classical music
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Master Eb Major Today!
Eb Major is a stepping stone to advanced playing. Take your time and practice regularly!