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Module: Chords & Progressions

A - F# Minor Chord Changes

Use the A chord as a base shape and add one finger to reach F# minor on ukulele.

Lesson objectives

  • Build the A chord with clean finger placement.
  • Add a ring finger to form F# minor.
  • Practice a smooth, controlled switch between both shapes.

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A to F# Minor: One Extra Finger

This transition feels simple because the F# minor shape is just the A chord plus one extra finger.

A Fingering

  • Middle finger: G string, 2nd fret.
  • Index finger: C string, 1st fret.

F# Minor Fingering

  • Keep the A chord shape.
  • Ring finger: E string, 2nd fret.

Switch slowly at first, then try a steady down-strum on each chord.

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