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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
America the Beautiful Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
America the Beautiful Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
America the Beautiful Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
America the Beautiful Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
America the Beautiful Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
America the Beautiful Chords – Harmonica
The patriotic hymn celebrating the beauty and ideals of America. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Stately Hymn (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play with dignity and reverence. This is a patriotic hymn that should sound majestic and heartfelt.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
C – G
D – G
Verse 2
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
C – G
D – G
Verse 3
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
C – G
D – G
Verse 4
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
C – G
D – G
Practice tip: Just three chords (G, C, D) throughout. The melody is slow and deliberate, giving you plenty of time for each chord change. A perfect song for absolute beginners.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "America the Beautiful"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "America the Beautiful" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "America the Beautiful" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "America the Beautiful"?
It was written by Katharine Lee Bates, Samuel A. Ward.