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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Chords – Harmonica
The timeless Christmas classic filled with warmth and gentle nostalgia. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.
Gentle Holiday Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play this slowly and warmly. It’s one of the most beautiful Christmas songs ever written — let it breathe and feel cozy.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – Am – Dm – G (×2)
C – Am – F – E7 – Am – C
Verse 2
C – Am – Dm – G (×2)
C – Am – F – Dm – G – C
Bridge
Em – F
Em – Am – Dm – G
Em – F
Dm – G
Verse 3
C – Am – Dm – G (×2)
C – Am – F – E7 – Am – C
F – Dm – G – C – Am – Dm – G – C
Practice tip: The chord changes come quickly in the verses. Practice the C-Am-Dm-G sequence until it feels natural, as it repeats throughout the song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?
You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: C, Am, Dm, G, F and Em.
Is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?
It was written by Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane, and released in 1944.