Major · G
Chord G Major (G)
G uses 3 keys, from G4 up to D5, 7 semitones apart.
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G takes three keys, G, B and D. G is the root, B the major third and D the fifth. G uses no black keys at all.
Counting semitones in G, G to B is four and B to D is three. With A4 at 440 Hz, this position sounds G4 at 392 Hz, B4 at 493.88 Hz and D5 at 587.33 Hz.
With the right hand, you build G by playing G with the thumb, B with the middle finger and D with the little finger. From G4 to D5 the hand spans seven semitones.
In the first inversion, G moves up an octave and the lowest note becomes B, the major third. The fingers are 1 - 2 - 5. The second inversion starts on D, the fifth, and ends on B. The fingers are 1 - 3 - 5.
From G to Gm only one key changes. B moves down a semitone to Bb. G and Em have two notes in common, G and B.
You will find G in seven keys. In G major it is the I, in C major the V and in D major the IV.
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G Major (G)
MajorRoot position
How to play G Major (G)
- 1G · finger 1Play G4 with finger 1 of your right hand.
- 2B · finger 3Play B4 with finger 3 of your right hand.
- 3D · finger 5Play D5 with finger 5 of your right hand.
Voicings
Inversions of G
Across its 3 positions, the lowest note is G, B, and D.
| Position | Notes | Fingering | Lowest note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Root position | G · B · D | 1 - 3 - 5 | G in the bass, the root |
| 1st inversion | B · D · G | 1 - 2 - 5 | B in the bass, the third |
| 2nd inversion | D · G · B | 1 - 3 - 5 | D in the bass, the fifth |
G in every key
G sits in the scale of 7 keys.
Minor keys
Practice Notebook
Step-by-step guide: G Major (G)
- Ear Training: Major/Minor Comparison and Third Recognition
- Concrete Progression with Related Chords
- Accurate Note Reading and Distances in G Major
- Visual Orientation on White and Black Keys
- Root Position and Two Inversions, Comparing Bass and Movement
- Posture and Biomechanics of Both Hands Without Tension
- 10 to 15 Minute Practice with Rhythm, Metronome, and Self-Assessment
- Common Mistakes, Corrections, and Musical Application
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