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Mandolin Chord Regena Thomashauer: A Guide to Essential Mandolin Chords

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The mandolin is a beautiful and versatile instrument that can be used in a wide variety of musical genres. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, it's important to have a solid foundation in the essential mandolin chords. In this guide, we'll explore the most common mandolin chords, including those popularized by Regena Thomashauer, a renowned mandolinist and teacher.

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Essential Mandolin Chords

The following are the essential mandolin chords that every player should master:

G major
C major
D major
A minor
E minor
F major
B minor
Em7
Cmaj7
D7

Fingerings and Voicings

There are many different ways to finger and voice mandolin chords. The most common fingerings are shown in the diagrams below.

Mandolin Chord Diagrams Mandolin Chord Regena Thomashauer

The voicing of a chord refers to the order in which the notes are played. The most common voicing for a mandolin chord is root-third-fifth. For example, the G major chord is voiced as G-B-D.

Techniques

There are a few basic techniques that can be used to play mandolin chords. These techniques include:

Hammer-ons
Pull-offs
Slides
Vibrato

Hammer-ons and pull-offs are techniques that involve striking a string with a pick and then quickly fretting another string with the same finger. Slides involve sliding a finger up or down the neck of the mandolin. Vibrato involves rapidly moving a finger back and forth on a fretted string.

Regena Thomashauer's Signature Chords

Regena Thomashauer is a renowned mandolinist and teacher who has developed her own unique style of playing. She is known for her use of extended chords, which are chords that include more than three notes. Some of her signature chords include:

Gmaj9
Cmaj9
Dmaj9
Emin9
Fmaj11
Bmaj11

Thomashauer's extended chords add a rich and complex sound to her playing. They can be used to create a variety of different moods and atmospheres.

Mastering the essential mandolin chords is an important step for any player. The chords discussed in this guide will provide you with a solid foundation for playing a wide variety of music. If you're interested in learning more about mandolin chords, there are a number of resources available online and in print. With a little practice, you'll be able to play beautiful mandolin chords in no time.

Mandolin Chord Book

by Regena Thomashauer

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