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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Em · Am · D · G · C · B
My Favorite Things Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Em · Am · D · G · C · B
My Favorite Things Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Em · Am · D · G · C · B
My Favorite Things Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Em · Am · D · G · C · B
My Favorite Things Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Em · Am · D · G · C · B
My Favorite Things Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Em · Am · D · G · C · B
My Favorite Things Chords – Harmonica
Julie Andrews’ iconic and uplifting song from The Sound of Music. Intermediate difficulty in the key of E.
Waltz Strum (3/4 Time)
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Tip: This song is in 3/4 time (waltz rhythm), so feel the strong downbeat on count 1 of each measure.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E – B7 (×2)
E – C#m
F#m – B7
Verse 2
E – B7 (×2)
E – C#m
F#m – B7
Chorus
E – A
E – B7
E – C#m
F#m – B7
Verse 3
E – B7 (×2)
E – C#m
F#m – B7
Chorus
E – A
E – B7
E – C#m
F#m – B7
Verse 4
E – B7 (×2)
E – C#m
F#m – B7
Chorus
E – A
E – B7
E – C#m
F#m – B7
Practice tip: Master the E, B7, C#m, F#m, and A chords individually before trying to play the whole song. The B7 to E transition is especially common, so practice that change until it’s smooth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "My Favorite Things"?
You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Em, Am, D, G, C and B.
Is "My Favorite Things" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "My Favorite Things" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "My Favorite Things"?
It was written by Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II, and released in 1959.