Am guitar chord (A Minor)

Symbols: m, min, -

Steps: 1-b3-5

Notes: A-C-E

The A minor chord is a cornerstone of musical expression, offering a deep, emotional quality. Constructed from the notes A, C and E, it includes the root, minor third, and perfect fifth, giving it a melancholic and reflective tone. This makes it ideal for adding mood and depth to your music. Below, you'll find four variations how to play the "A m" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

Am guitar chord - variation 1
  • Press the B (2nd) string on the 1st fret with your index finger
  • Position your ring finger on the G (3rd) string at the 2nd fret and press down
  • With your middle finger, press down on the D (4th) string at the 2nd fret
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 2

Am guitar chord - variation 2
  • Place a barre using your index finger on the 5th fret
  • With your pinky, press down on the D (4th) string at the 7th fret
  • Press the A (5th) string on the 7th fret with your ring finger
  • To play the chord, strum all the strings

Variation 3

Am guitar chord - variation 3
  • With your middle finger, press down on the E (1st) string at the 8th fret
  • Stretch out your pinky to the 10th fret of the B (2nd) string and press down
  • Position your ring finger on the G (3rd) string at the 9th fret and press down
  • Press the D (4th) string on the 7th fret with your index finger
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 4

Am guitar chord - variation 4
  • Apply a barre with your index finger across the 12th fret, covering the 1st to the 5th strings
  • Press the B (2nd) string on the 13th fret with your middle finger
  • Position your pinky on the G (3rd) string at the 14th fret and press down
  • With your ring finger, press down on the D (4th) string at the 14th fret
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string