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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Silver Bells Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Silver Bells Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Silver Bells Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Silver Bells Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Silver Bells Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Silver Bells Chords – Harmonica
A classic Christmas song about the festive sounds and sights of the city during the holiday season. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Gentle Waltz (3/4 Time)
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Tip: This song is in 3/4 time (waltz time), so strum with a gentle “ONE-two-three” feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G7 (×2)
C – G7 – C – G7
C – G7 (×2)
C – G7 – C
Chorus
C – G7
C – G7 – C
C – G7
C – G7 – C
Verse 2
C – G7 (×2)
C – G7 – C – G7
C – G7 (×2)
G7 – C
Chorus
C – G7
C – G7 – C
C – G7
C – G7 – C
Practice tip: The C to G7 chord change happens very frequently; practice switching between these two chords smoothly to keep the song flowing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Silver Bells"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Dm.
Is "Silver Bells" 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 "Silver Bells" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Silver Bells"?
It was written by Jay Livingston, Ray Evans, and released in 1950.