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Module: Chords & Progressions

Am - F - Dm Chord Changes

Learn a close-position ukulele chord family and practice smooth transitions between Am, F, and Dm.

Lesson objectives

  • Play the Am chord with a single finger.
  • Add the index finger to form F without moving the middle finger.
  • Add the ring finger to complete Dm and transition cleanly.

Progress

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Am, F, and Dm: A Three-Chord Family

These three chords are close to each other on the fretboard, which makes them perfect for smooth transitions.

Am Fingering

  • Middle finger: G string, 2nd fret.

F Fingering

  • Keep your middle finger on the G string, 2nd fret.
  • Index finger: E string, 1st fret.

Dm Fingering

  • Keep the F shape.
  • Ring finger: C string, 2nd fret.

Practice the order Am - F - Dm and back again. Strum once after each change and focus on clean sound.

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