Emaj13 chord on ukulele
E Major Thirteenth. Notes: E, G#, B, D#, F# and C#.
How to play Emaj13
- Put your index finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 4 (G#).
- Put your middle finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 6 (C#).
- Put your ring finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 6 (F#).
- Put your pinky finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 6 (D#).
- Strum all four strings.
Lowest note: C#Strings played: 4 of 4Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play Emaj13
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Fret 4 position
EasyFret 1 position
MediumBarre at fret 8
HardBarre at fret 11
HardNotes and theory
Eroot
G#3 · major third
B5 · perfect fifth
D#7 · major seventh
F#9 · ninth
C#13 · thirteenth
The major thirteenth is a major seventh extended to the thirteenth: a big, lush jazz chord. The formula is 1 3 5 7 9 13.
More E chords
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Questions
What notes are in the Emaj13 chord?
Emaj13 (E major thirteenth) is made of six notes: E (root), G# (major third), B (perfect fifth), D# (major seventh), F# (ninth) and C# (thirteenth).
How do you play Emaj13 on ukulele?
The easiest Emaj13 is the "fret 4 position" shape. Put your index finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 4 (G#). Put your middle finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 6 (C#). Put your ring finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 6 (F#).
Is Emaj13 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 4 fretted notes.
What does a major thirteenth chord sound like?
The major thirteenth is a major seventh extended to the thirteenth: a big, lush jazz chord.