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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Snowbank Blues Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Snowbank Blues Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Snowbank Blues Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Snowbank Blues Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Snowbank Blues Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Snowbank Blues Chords – Harmonica
A reflective and melancholic song by Zach Bryan about finding solace in simple, cold moments. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still playing the G, C, D, and Em shapes listed.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
D – Em
G – C
D – G
G – C
D – Em
G – C
D – G
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G
D – G
Verse 2
G – C
D – Em
G – C
D – G
G – C
D – Em
G – C
D – G
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G
D – G
Bridge
Em – C
G – D
Em – C
G – D
Verse 3
G – C
D – Em
G – C
D – G
G – C
D – Em
G – C
D – G
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G
D – G
Practice tip: Strum lightly on the verses to match the song’s somber mood, and strum a bit more firmly on the choruses to emphasize the emotional lift.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Snowbank Blues"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Snowbank Blues" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Snowbank Blues" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Snowbank Blues"?
It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2023.