C♯

The C♯ chord is a major chord rooted on the note C♯. Major chords sound bright, happy, and resolved. This chord can be played in 2 different positions on the ukulele fretboard. Each voicing produces the same harmony but offers different fingering options — try them all to find which works best for your playing style and the chord transitions in your song.

Expanding from C♯

Once you're comfortable with C♯, try exploring other chords built on the same root note. C♯m, C♯7, C♯maj7, C♯m7 all share the note C♯ as their foundation but add different harmonic colors. Switching between related chords is a great way to train your ear and expand your musical vocabulary. Practice chord changes at a steady tempo with the metronome, and explore ukulele scales to understand the theory behind these chords.