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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
To God Be the Glory Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
To God Be the Glory Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
To God Be the Glory Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
To God Be the Glory Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
To God Be the Glory Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
To God Be the Glory Chords – Harmonica
A traditional Christian hymn of praise and thanksgiving. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Basic Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a simple down-up strum to keep the tempo steady and uplifting.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – D – G
C – G – D – G (×3)
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G – D – G (×2)
Verse 2
G – D – G
C – G – D – G (×3)
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G – D – G (×2)
Verse 3
G – D – G
C – G – D – G (×3)
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G – D – G (×2)
Practice tip: Master the G, C, and D chords individually before trying to play the whole song, as these three chords make up the entire progression.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "To God Be the Glory"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "To God Be the Glory" 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 "To God Be the Glory" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "To God Be the Glory"?
It was written by Fanny Crosby, William Howard Doane, and released in 1875.