Major · intermediate · barre chord
G major (barre)(G(barre))
The movable E-shape at the 3rd fret. Useful for funk, rock, and anywhere you need a tight, mutable G with no open strings.
Notes
GBD
Intervals
R35
Finger placement
- 1The full F-major grip moved to the 3rd fret.
E-shape barre, 3rd fret
Common mistakes
- Rushing to barre chords before the F shape is comfortable at fret 1.
Coaching tips
- Every fret you move up gets physically easier — practice this shape at fret 5 first, then walk it down.
Troubleshooting
Buzzes near the nut but not higher up
Normal — string tension is highest at fret 1–3. Build the shape higher up the neck first.
Easier alternatives
- G major (open)
Frequently asked questions
What notes are in the G major (barre) chord?
G major (barre) contains G, B, D — the intervals R, 3, 5 from the root G.
Is G major (barre) a beginner chord?
G major (barre) is rated intermediate and uses a barre. The movable E-shape at the 3rd fret. Useful for funk, rock, and anywhere you need a tight, mutable G with no open strings.
G major (barre): buzzes near the nut but not higher up — what should I do?
Normal — string tension is highest at fret 1–3. Build the shape higher up the neck first.