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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · G · F · Am
Edelweiss Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · G · F · Am
Edelweiss Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · G · F · Am
Edelweiss Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · G · F · Am
Edelweiss Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · G · F · Am
Edelweiss Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · G · F · Am
Edelweiss Chords – Harmonica
From the beloved musical “The Sound of Music,” “Edelweiss” is a tender waltz about the small white flower of the Alps. Its 3/4 time signature and simple chords make it a wonderful beginner piece.
Waltz (3/4 Time)
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Tip: This is in 3/4 waltz time. Count “1-2-3, 1-2-3” and emphasize beat 1. A bass note on beat 1 followed by two gentle strums creates the classic waltz feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G
Am – F
C – F
C – G – C
Chorus
G – C
F – C – Am
C – F
C – G – C
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of C: C G F Am. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Edelweiss"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, F and Am.
Is "Edelweiss" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Edelweiss" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Edelweiss"?
It was written by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II, and released in 1959.