Ukulele Notes Chart
Learn all ukulele notes on the fretboard. Master note positions, patterns, and improve your sight-reading.
| Fret | String 4 | String 3 | String 2 | String 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | G | C | E | A |
| 1 | G#/Ab | C#/Db | F | A#/Bb |
| 2 | A | D | F#/Gb | B |
| 3 | A#/Bb | D#/Eb | G | C |
| 4 | B | E | G#/Ab | C#/Db |
| 5 | C | F | A | D |
| 6 | C#/Db | F#/Gb | A#/Bb | D#/Eb |
| 7 | D | G | B | E |
| 8 | D#/Eb | G#/Ab | C | F |
| 9 | E | A | C#/Db | F#/Gb |
| 10 | F | A#/Bb | D | G |
| 11 | F#/Gb | B | D#/Eb | G#/Ab |
| 12 | G | C | E | A |
standard Tuning
low G Tuning
baritone Tuning
1. Start Simple
Begin by learning the open string notes and first few fret positions.
2. Use Patterns
Look for repeating patterns and relationships between strings.
3. Practice Daily
Spend 5-10 minutes daily naming notes while playing scales or simple melodies.
Natural Notes
Enharmonic Equivalents
Note: There is no sharp/flat between B-C and E-F
Practice identifying notes on the fretboardwith our interactive quiz.
Understanding ukulele notes is fundamental to becoming a proficient player. Knowing the fretboard unlocks the ability to play scales anywhere on the neck, find chord voicings, and improvise freely.
Benefits of Learning Notes
- Read music and tabs more efficiently
- Understand music theory and chord construction
- Improvise and create your own music
- Communicate better with other musicians
- Learn songs faster and more accurately
How Long Does It Take to Learn Ukulele Notes?
With consistent practice, most students can learn basic ukulele notes in 2-4 weeks. Focus on the first 5 frets initially, then expand up the neck. Daily practice of just 10-15 minutes will yield significant results.