Dm guitar chord (D Minor)

Symbols: m, min, -

Steps: 1-b3-5

Notes: D-F-A

The D minor chord is a cornerstone of musical expression, offering a deep, emotional quality. Constructed from the notes D, F and A, 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 "D m" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

Press down on the E (1st) string at the 1st fret using your index finger
Place your ring finger on the B (2nd) string at the 3rd fret and press down
Use your middle finger to press the G (3rd) string down on the 2nd fret
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 2

Place a barre using your index finger on the 5th fret from the 1st to the 5th strings
Place your middle finger on the B (2nd) string at the 6th fret and press down
With your pinky, press down on the G (3rd) string at the 7th fret
Press the D (4th) string on the 7th fret with your ring finger
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 3

Barre the 10th fret with your index finger, extending over all the strings
Press the D (4th) string on the 12th fret with your pinky
Place your ring finger on the A (5th) string at the 12th fret and press down
Now, strum all the strings

Variation 4

Press the E (1st) string on the 13th fret with your middle finger
Stretch out your pinky to the 15th fret of the B (2nd) string and press down
With your ring finger, press down on the G (3rd) string at the 14th fret
Place your index finger on the D (4th) string at the 12th fret and press down
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

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