How to play D major on guitar
Chord notes: D, F#, A
Fret the G string at fret 2, the B string at fret 3, and the high E string at fret 2. Strum from the D string downward.
Practice tip: Avoid the two lowest strings in the standard open voicing. Play each of the top four strings separately to check clarity.
Songs using the D chord
Practice this chord in the song versions below.
- Look At MeMain chords: F#, C#, D
- My WorshipMain chords: D, Em7, G/B, C, G
- The Excavator SongMain chords: D, A, Bb, Bm, G
- TriumphMain chords: D, G, Em
- SecretsMain chords: G, A, D/F#, Bm, D
- The MotherMain chords: G, C, D, Dsus9, Am