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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em
The Christmas Song Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em
The Christmas Song Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em
The Christmas Song Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em
The Christmas Song Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em
The Christmas Song Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em
The Christmas Song Chords – Harmonica
Nat King Cole’s classic holiday tune about chestnuts roasting on an open fire. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Swing Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light, relaxed strum to capture the warm, cozy feel of the song.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G7
F – C (×2)
Dm7 – G7
Verse 2
C – G7
F – C (×2)
Dm7 – G7
Chorus
C – G7
F – C (×2)
Dm7 – G7
Verse 3
C – G7
F – C (×2)
Dm7 – G7
Chorus
C – G7
F – C (×2)
Dm7 – G7
Outro
C – G7
F – C (×2)
Dm7 – G7 – C (×2)
Practice tip: Practice the Dm7 to G7 transition, as it appears frequently and leads smoothly back to the C chord.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "The Christmas Song"?
You need 6 beginner-friendly chords: C, Am, Dm, G, F and Em.
Is "The Christmas Song" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "The Christmas Song" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "The Christmas Song"?
It was written by Robert Wells, Mel Torme, and released in 1945.