E-Major Chord

The E Major Chord

The E Major Chord is constructed of the notes E, G# (G sharp) and B. It is played

using fingers 1, 2 and 3:

Remember to start slowly. It is easier to pick up on any mistakes when you play slowly

The Repeat Sign

This sign is used to inform you that instead of finishing on the last bar you go back and repeat

the piece from the beginning.

Exercise:

Practice strumming A, D and E to the suggested strum. Note that there is a repeat sign after

four bars which means that you go back to the start and repeat the piece

Notes on the Third String

Notes on the Third String

The third string is also known as the G string. The main notes in the first position on the third
string are G (open), A (2nd fret) and B (4th fret)

Exercise:

Pluck these third string notes with a downward picking motion.