A major ukulele chord
How to play the A major chord, written A, on ukulele. The shape is 2 1 0 0 and it sounds the notesA – C♯ – E — free to print or download below.
How to play the A major chord
- Read the diagram. The four strings are the ukulele’s G-C-E-A (top to bottom). A circle means play the string open; an × means don’t play it. This shape is 2 1 0 0.
- Place your fingers. Press each dotted position with the finger number printed on it.
- Strum and check. Strum all the played strings and let them ring. The chord sounds the notes A – C♯ – E.
Notes in the A major chord
The A major chord contains the notes A – C♯ – E. The diagram shows the common open shape, 2 1 0 0 across the four strings.
A major ukulele chord — frequently asked questions
How do you play the A major chord on ukulele?
Use the shape 2 1 0 0 (strings G-C-E-A): press the dots shown and play the open strings marked with a circle. It sounds the notes A – C♯ – E.
What notes are in the A major chord?
The A major chord (A) contains the notes A – C♯ – E.
Is the A major ukulele chord diagram free?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.