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Mandolin Chords

Open and Closed

Open Chords

Open mandolin chords, or open string chords are chords formed on the neck of the mandolin utilizing open strings. These are usually some of the first chords most people learn.

Moveable Chords

Moveable chords are shapes that fret all the strings used in chord. They’re a great way to expand your chord vocabulary and open up the fretboard.

Building Chords

Chords are the basic building blocks for any song or instrumental, and when you solo or improvise, what you play is determined by the chord progression. Check out the articles on ‘building chords’ and chord triads.



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