Gtap to play
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee Chords – Harmonica
A traditional Christian hymn of praise based on Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy.” Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Basic Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to play along with recordings in the key of Bb.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – D
C – G
G – D
C – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Verse 2
G – D
C – G
G – D
C – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Verse 3
G – D
C – G
G – D
C – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Verse 4
G – D
C – G
G – D
C – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Practice tip: Master the G, C, and D chords individually before trying to play the whole song, as these are the only three chords you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee" 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 "Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee"?
It was written by Ludwig van Beethoven, Henry van Dyke.