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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Em
O Holy Night Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Em
O Holy Night Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Em
O Holy Night Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Em
O Holy Night Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Em
O Holy Night Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Em
O Holy Night Chords – Harmonica
One of the most beautiful Christmas hymns ever composed. The soaring melody demands careful chord changes.
Hymn (4/4 Time)
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Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – F – C
F – C – G
C – F – C
Em – Am – G
Chorus
Am – Em – Am
G – C
Am – C – F – C
G – C – F – C (×2)
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C F G Am Em. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "O Holy Night"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Em.
Is "O Holy Night" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "O Holy Night" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "O Holy Night"?
It was written by Adolphe Adam, Placide Cappeau, and released in 1847.