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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Roslyn Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Roslyn Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Roslyn Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Roslyn Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Roslyn Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Roslyn Chords – Harmonica
A haunting duet by Bon Iver and St. Vincent about longing and loss. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 1st fret to match the original recording’s key of C#.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
F – C (×6)
Chorus
F – C (×4)
Verse 2
F – C (×6)
Chorus
F – C (×4)
Bridge
F – C – G – Am – F
C – G – Am
F – C – G – Am – F
C – G – Am
Chorus
F – C (×4)
Outro
F – C (×6)
Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (F, C, G, Am). Practice the F to C transition, as it’s the most common change in the song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Roslyn"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, Am, F and G.
Is "Roslyn" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Roslyn" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Roslyn"?
It was written by Justin Vernon, Annie Clark, and released in 2009.