Cmaj11 chord on ukulele
C Major Eleventh. Notes: C, E, G, B, D and F.
How to play Cmaj11
- Put your index finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 5 (F).
- Put your middle finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 7 (D).
- Put your ring finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 7 (B).
- Put your pinky finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 7 (E).
- Strum all four strings.
Lowest note: DStrings played: 4 of 4Other voicings: 1 below
All 2 ways to play Cmaj11
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Fret 5 position
MediumFret 8 position
HardNotes and theory
Croot
E3 · major third
G5 · perfect fifth
B7 · major seventh
D9 · ninth
F11 · eleventh
The major eleventh extends a major ninth with an eleventh. It is rare because the eleventh clashes with the third. The formula is 1 3 5 7 9 11.
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Questions
What notes are in the Cmaj11 chord?
Cmaj11 (C major eleventh) is made of six notes: C (root), E (major third), G (perfect fifth), B (major seventh), D (ninth) and F (eleventh).
How do you play Cmaj11 on ukulele?
The easiest Cmaj11 is the "fret 5 position" shape. Put your index finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 5 (F). Put your middle finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 7 (D). Put your ring finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 7 (B).
Is Cmaj11 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated medium and uses 4 fretted notes.
What does a major eleventh chord sound like?
The major eleventh extends a major ninth with an eleventh. It is rare because the eleventh clashes with the third.