Cmaj7tap to play
Am7tap to play
Dm7tap to play
G7tap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Cmaj7 · Am7 · Dm7 · G7
Christmas Time Is Here Chords – Guitar
Cmaj7tap to play
Am7tap to play
Dm7tap to play
G7tap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Cmaj7 · Am7 · Dm7 · G7
Christmas Time Is Here Chords – Ukulele
Cmaj7tap to play
Am7tap to play
Dm7tap to play
G7tap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Cmaj7 · Am7 · Dm7 · G7
Christmas Time Is Here Chords – Piano
Cmaj7tap to play
Am7tap to play
Dm7tap to play
G7tap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Cmaj7 · Am7 · Dm7 · G7
Christmas Time Is Here Chords – Banjo
Cmaj7tap to play
Am7tap to play
Dm7tap to play
G7tap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Cmaj7 · Am7 · Dm7 · G7
Christmas Time Is Here Chords – Mandolin
Cmaj7tap to play
Am7tap to play
Dm7tap to play
G7tap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Cmaj7 · Am7 · Dm7 · G7
Christmas Time Is Here Chords – Harmonica
Vince Guaraldi’s wistful and beloved jazz instrumental tune from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” with lyrics added later. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.
Jazz Waltz (3/4 Time)
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Tip: Emphasize the 3/4 waltz feel with a gentle, swinging pulse on the downstrokes.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – F
G7 – C
F – C
G7 – C
Chorus
F – C
G7 – C
F – C
G7 – C
Verse 2
C – F
G7 – C
F – C
G7 – C
Chorus
F – C
G7 – C
F – C
G7 – C
F – C
G7 – C
F – C
G7 – C
F – C
G7 – C
Practice tip: Work on the C to F and C to G7 transitions to keep the waltz rhythm flowing without pause.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Christmas Time Is Here"?
You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: Cmaj7, Am7, Dm7 and G7.
Is "Christmas Time Is Here" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Christmas Time Is Here" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Christmas Time Is Here"?
It was written by Vince Guaraldi, Lee Mendelson, and released in 1965.