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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Am · Bm · E · Dm · G · C
Moondance Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · Bm · E · Dm · G · C
Moondance Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · Bm · E · Dm · G · C
Moondance Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · Bm · E · Dm · G · C
Moondance Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · Bm · E · Dm · G · C
Moondance Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · Bm · E · Dm · G · C
Moondance Chords – Harmonica
Van Morrison’s classic jazz-infused song about a magical autumn night. Intermediate difficulty in the key of A.
Swing Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Emphasize the swing feel by accenting the upstrokes slightly and keeping a relaxed tempo.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – D
A – E
A – D
A – E
F#m – D
A – E
A – D
A – E
Chorus
A – D
A – E
Verse 2
A – D
A – E
A – D
A – E
F#m – D
A – E
A – D
A – E
F#m – D – A
Chorus
A – D
A – E
Bridge
D – A – E
A – E
F#m – D
A – E
A – D
A – E
F#m – D – A
Chorus
A – D
A – E
Outro
A – D
A – E
A
D
A
E
A
Practice tip: Work on the chord transitions from A to D and A to E smoothly, as they form the backbone of the song; use a metronome to lock in the swing rhythm before adding the vocals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Moondance"?
You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Am, Bm, E, Dm, G and C.
Is "Moondance" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Moondance" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Moondance"?
It was written by Van Morrison, and released in 1970.