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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Two Dozen Roses Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Two Dozen Roses Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Two Dozen Roses Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Two Dozen Roses Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Two Dozen Roses Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Two Dozen Roses Chords – Harmonica
A classic country ballad by Shenandoah about a man trying to win back his love with a grand gesture. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Country Ballad (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 chord shapes listed.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D – G
Verse 2
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D – G
Bridge
C – G
C – D – G
Verse 3
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D – G
Practice tip: The chord progression G-C-D is the core of this song. Practice switching between these three chords smoothly before adding the lyrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Two Dozen Roses"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Two Dozen Roses" 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 "Two Dozen Roses" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Two Dozen Roses"?
It was written by Robert Byrne, Mac McAnally, and released in 1989.