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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town Chords – Harmonica
A traditional Christmas song popularized by many artists. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Basic Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep a steady, upbeat tempo to match the festive mood.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C
F
C
Chorus
F
C
G7
Verse 2
C
F
C
G7
Chorus
F
C
G7
Verse 3
C
F
C
Chorus
F
C
G7
Practice tip: Master the C to F transition, as it’s the most common change in this song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Dm.
Is "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town"?
It was written by J. Fred Coots, Haven Gillespie, and released in 1934.