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When the Saints Go Marching In

Traditional gospel melody, early 20th century

Key

C major

Meter

4/4

BPM

96

Chords

CFCGC

Available shapes

How to play the chords

Simple standard-guitar diagrams for the chords used in this piece.

C

Guitar
xEADoGBoe

Curve the fingers so the open G and high E strings can ring.

F

Guitar
EADGBe

Use a barre on fret 1. Beginners can first practice the top four strings.

G

Guitar
EAoDoGoBe

Keep the bass note strong and let the open middle strings ring.

Open string: o · Muted string: x. Some advanced chords may not have a simplified diagram yet.

Simplified notes

1

C E F G

2

C E F G

3

C E F G E

4

C E D

5

E E D C

6

C E G G

7

G F E F

8

G E C

Practice tips

  • Use a steady swing-free pulse first.
  • Make the melody sing clearly.
  • Add expression only after the notes are stable.

Rights note

Traditional public-domain melody in a simplified educational arrangement created for TuneUniversal.