G13 chord on ukulele
G Dominant Thirteenth. Notes: G, B, D, F, A and E.
How to play G13
- Put your index finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 1 (F).
- Put your middle finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 2 (A).
- Put your ring finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 2 (B).
- Put your pinky finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 4 (E).
- Strum all four strings.
All 4 ways to play G13
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Fret 1 position
MediumFret 4 position
MediumFret 7 position
MediumBarre at fret 7
HardNotes and theory
The thirteenth chord is the fullest dominant chord, used in jazz, funk and blues. Players usually drop the fifth and the eleventh. The formula is 1 3 5 b7 9 13.
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Questions
What notes are in the G13 chord?
G13 (G dominant thirteenth) is made of six notes: G (root), B (major third), D (perfect fifth), F (minor seventh), A (ninth) and E (thirteenth).
How do you play G13 on ukulele?
The easiest G13 is the "fret 1 position" shape. Put your index finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 1 (F). Put your middle finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 2 (A). Put your ring finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 2 (B).
Is G13 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated medium and uses 4 fretted notes.
What does a dominant thirteenth chord sound like?
The thirteenth chord is the fullest dominant chord, used in jazz, funk and blues. Players usually drop the fifth and the eleventh.