Ukulele Cmaj7 chord diagram
Cmaj7 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 34 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play Cmaj7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Cmaj7, follow these steps: Place middle finger on A string fret 2.
Tips
- Place A string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On A string, press fret 2 with your middle finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- To play Cmaj7 cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (A string) and open strings sound clean. After shaping the chord, pluck each string one by one and confirm there is no muted or buzzing note.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- C - E - G - B
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 7
- Chord Type
- Major 7 — warm and lush
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Cmaj7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele Cmaj7 chord diagram4-4-3-3
Ukulele Cmaj7 chord diagram5-4-3-2
Ukulele Cmaj7 chord diagram5-7-7-7
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Cmaj7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Cmaj7 → Am7 chord transition
To move from Cmaj7 to Am7, follow these steps:
- While playing Cmaj7, lift your middle finger from A string fret 2.
2. Cmaj7 → Em7 chord transition
To move from Cmaj7 to Em7, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Place index finger on C string fret 2.
3. Cmaj7 → Am chord transition
To move from Cmaj7 to Am, follow these steps:
- Lift your middle finger from A string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
4. Cmaj7 → C#7 | D♭7 chord transition
To move from Cmaj7 to C#7 | D♭7, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Place index finger on G string fret 1.
5. Cmaj7 → A7 chord transition
To move from Cmaj7 to A7, follow these steps:
- While playing Cmaj7, lift your middle finger from A string fret 2.
- Place index finger on C string fret 1.
6. Cmaj7 → C7 chord transition
To move from Cmaj7 to C7, follow these steps:
- While playing Cmaj7, lift your middle finger from A string fret 2.
- Place index finger on A string fret 1.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Cmaj7 across songs on this site.
1. Cmaj7 → C chord transition
To move from Cmaj7 to C, follow these steps:
- While playing Cmaj7, lift your middle finger from A string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on A string fret 3.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing Cmaj7 use the transition to C at 38.5%. You can practice this transition in 14 different songs.
2. Cmaj7 → F chord transition
To move from Cmaj7 to F, follow these steps:
- Lift your middle finger from A string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
- Place index finger on E string fret 1.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing Cmaj7 use the transition to F at 12.6%. You can practice this transition in 6 different songs.
3. Cmaj7 → Dm chord transition
To move from Cmaj7 to Dm, follow these steps:
- Lift your middle finger from A string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
- Place index finger on E string fret 1.
- Place ring finger on C string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing Cmaj7 use the transition to Dm at 9.7%. You can practice this transition in 7 different songs.
Songs Using Cmaj7 Chord
Popular songs that feature the Cmaj7 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cmaj7 suitable for beginners on Ukulele?
Cmaj7 works well for beginner-level Ukulele practice. It uses a 1-fret reach. Focus on finger placement first, then increase speed.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for Cmaj7?
Cmaj7 has a more accessible version for Ukulele players. The alternative voicing uses fingering 5-7-7-7. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.
Which chords pair well with Cmaj7 on Ukulele?
Cmaj7 works well with C and C7 on Ukulele. Based on our catalog data, transitions from Cmaj7 to C account for 38.5% (95 total changes in 14 songs), and transitions to C7 account for 14.2% (35 total changes in 8 songs).
Which songs include Cmaj7?
John Lennon - Imagine Ukulele Chords is one of 8 songs featuring the Cmaj7 chord.