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E Major Chord

Chord Diagram

E major chord fingering diagram for guitar. Place your index finger on the first fret of the G string, middle finger on the second fret of the A string, and ring finger on the second fret of the D string. All strings are played including the open low E, B, and high E strings.○○○○○○23EADGBE

X = Don't play this string

O = Play open string

Numbers = Finger placement

Finger Positions

2nd Finger (Middle)

2nd fret of the A string (5th string)

3rd Finger (Ring)

2nd fret of the D string (4th string)

Open Strings

All other strings play open (unfretted)

Pro Tip: E major is one of the easiest chords! Only two fingers needed, and you can strum all six strings.

E Chord Variations

E Major 7

Add jazzy flavor

022130

Esus2

Open, airy sound

024400

Esus4

Creates tension

022200

Common Progressions with E

E - A - B

Classic 3-chord progression in E major

EAB

E - C#m - A - B

Popular in rock and pop ballads

EC#mAB

E - B - C#m - A

The vi-IV-I-V progression in E major

EBC#mA

Practice Tips for E Chord

Common Mistakes

  • • Not pressing strings firmly enough
  • • Placing fingers too far from frets
  • • Accidentally muting open strings
  • • Confusion about which strings to fret

Practice Exercises

  • • Strum all six strings and listen for clarity
  • • Practice switching between E and A chords
  • • Try power chord variations (E5)
  • • Practice different strumming patterns

Popular Songs Using E Chord

Wild Thing

The Troggs

Beginner

Gloria

Them

Beginner

Louie Louie

The Kingsmen

Beginner

Blitzkrieg Bop

Ramones

Beginner

Brown Eyed Girl

Van Morrison

Beginner

Twist and Shout

The Beatles

Beginner
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