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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
D · G · A · Em
Turn Turn Turn Chords – Guitar
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
D · G · A · Em
Turn Turn Turn Chords – Ukulele
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
D · G · A · Em
Turn Turn Turn Chords – Piano
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
D · G · A · Em
Turn Turn Turn Chords – Banjo
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
D · G · A · Em
Turn Turn Turn Chords – Mandolin
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
D · G · A · Em
Turn Turn Turn Chords – Harmonica
The Byrds’ folk-rock adaptation of Pete Seeger’s biblical passage about the seasons of life. Beginner difficulty in the key of D.
Folk Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play the C, G, and Am shapes to match the original recording’s key of D.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
D
G
D – A
Verse 2
D – G
D – A
D – G
D – A
Chorus
D
G
D – A
Verse 3
D – G
D – A
D – G
Bridge
D – G
D – A
D – G
Verse 4
D – G
D – A
D – G
D – A
Chorus
D
G
D – A
Outro
D
G
D – A
A – D – A
D – A
D
Practice tip: Master the simple D, G, and A chord changes first, then add the steady “turn, turn, turn” strumming pattern to capture the song’s hypnotic feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Turn Turn Turn"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: D, G, A and Em.
Is "Turn Turn Turn" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Turn Turn Turn" in?
It is in the key of D.
Who wrote "Turn Turn Turn"?
It was written by Pete Seeger, and released in 1965.