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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Em · D · C · Am · G · B
Nights in White Satin Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Em · D · C · Am · G · B
Nights in White Satin Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Em · D · C · Am · G · B
Nights in White Satin Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Em · D · C · Am · G · B
Nights in White Satin Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Em · D · C · Am · G · B
Nights in White Satin Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Em · D · C · Am · G · B
Nights in White Satin Chords – Harmonica
The Moody Blues’ psychedelic symphonic rock ballad about longing and reflection. Intermediate difficulty in the key of E.
Arpeggiated Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light fingerpicking or arpeggiated strum to capture the song’s dreamy, orchestral feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E – B
A – E
E – B
A – E
Chorus
C#m
A
E
Verse 2
E – B
A – E
E – B
A – E
Chorus
C#m
A
E
Instrumental / Spoken Word
E
B
A
E (×2)
B
A
E
C
G
D
G
D
Verse 3
E – B
A – E
E – B
A – E
Chorus
C#m
A
E
Outro
E
B
A – E
E
B
A – E
E
Practice tip: Master the chord progression E – B – A – E separately before adding the lyrics; the bridge section has a key change to C major, so practice that shift smoothly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Nights in White Satin"?
You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Em, D, C, Am, G and B.
Is "Nights in White Satin" 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 "Nights in White Satin" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Nights in White Satin"?
It was written by Justin Hayward, and released in 1967.