C Piano Chord

The C chord is a major triad built on the root note C. It contains the notes C, E, G.

How to play C

Press all highlighted keys together. Use any comfortable fingering — for a right-hand triad, thumb on root, middle on 3rd, pinky on 5th is standard.

Master one chord at a time. Once C feels natural, try the Cm chord, or browse easy piano songs to put it in context.