The G Major chord on the piano consists of the notes G, B, and D, creating a warm and uplifting sound that is commonly used in genres such as pop and folk music.

How to play the G Major Chord on the piano

G Major Chord in root position

G major chord root position piano diagram

For the G Major Chord in root position, the left hand should position the thumb on G, the middle finger on B, and the pinky finger on D. The right hand should position the thumb on G, the middle finger on B, and the pinky finger on D. Both hands should be positioned with the fingers curved and relaxed, ready to play the notes of the chord.

G Major Chord inversions

First Inversion

G major chord 1st inversion piano diagram

To transition from the root position to the first inversion, just elevate the lowest note of the root position chord by one octave.

Second Inversion

G major chord 2nd inversion piano diagram

To move from the root position (G-B-D) to the second inversion (D-G-B), the G note should be moved up an octave.