The E Minor chord is a favorite among Cuatro players for its rich, emotional tone. It’s simple to play but uses three fingers in a slightly unusual arrangement, which gives it a unique feel and sound.
Many beautiful songs—both Venezuelan folk and international hits—feature this chord. Once you can play it fluently, you’ll be ready to integrate it into chord progressions and melodies.
🎯 Notes in E Minor
The E Minor chord consists of the notes:
B – E – G
🎼 Finger Position for E Minor (1st Position)
Place your fingers as follows:
- 1st String (closest to the floor): 2nd fret – Ring finger
- 2nd String: 2nd fret – Middle finger
- 3rd String: 1st fret – Index finger
- 4th String (closest to your face): Open
Diagram:
mathematicaCopyEditString 1: 2nd fret (Ring finger)
String 2: 2nd fret (Middle finger)
String 3: 1st fret (Index finger)
String 4: Open
📹 Video Demonstration
Watch and follow along with the E Minor chord demo:
💡 Practice Tips
- Keep your fingers arched so each note rings clearly without muting others.
- Practice switching between E Minor and G Major — they’re closely related keys, and many progressions move between them.
- Use a metronome to strum in time, focusing on smooth transitions.
