G Major 7 Chord Diagram
Standard Position
6th (E) string: 3th fret
5th (A) string: 2th fret
4th (D) string: Open
3rd (G) string: Open
2nd (B) string: Open
1st (E) string: 2th fret
How to Play G Major 7
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.
G Major 7 Variations
Gmaj7add9
300002
Adds the 9th for extra color
Gmaj7/B
x20002
First inversion with B in bass
Popular Songs Using G Major 7
Famous Examples:
- • Something
- • Here Comes the Sun
More Hits:
- • Michelle
- • Norwegian Wood
Common Chord Progressions with G Major 7
Gmaj7-Em7-Am7-D7
Classic progression in G major
Cmaj7-Gmaj7-Am7-Fmaj7
Sophisticated pop progression
Gmaj7-C-Am7-D7
A popular progression used in many songs
Practice Tips for G Major 7
1. Folk and Pop Essential
Adds sophistication to simple progressions
2. Easy Fingering
Just add the high F# to the regular G chord
Music Theory Behind G Major 7
Notes in G Major 7: G - B - D - F#
Scale: G - A - B - C - D - E - F# - G
Key Signature: One sharp (F#)
Relative Minor: Em7
Gmaj7 is a major 7th chord built on the G major triad with the added major 7th (F#). It's particularly popular in folk and pop music.
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Master G Major 7 Today!
G Major 7 is a stepping stone to advanced playing. Take your time and practice regularly!