Ukulele Gm6 chord diagram
Gm6 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 3 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play Gm6, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Gm6, follow these steps: Place index finger on A string fret 1. Place middle finger on C string fret 2.
Tips
- Place A string with your index finger and C string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On A string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on Gm6 can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from Gm6 to Gm7, using on the C string, use your ring finger and on the A string, use your middle finger helps preserve hand position with minimal movement.
- To play Gm6 cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (C string and A string) and open strings sound clean. After shaping the chord, pluck each string one by one and confirm there is no muted or buzzing note.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- G - A# - D - E
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5 - 6
- Chord Type
- Minor 6 — wistful and rich
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Gm6 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele Gm6 chord diagram3-4-3-1
Ukulele Gm6 chord diagram3-4-3-5
Ukulele Gm6 chord diagram7-7-6-7
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Gm6, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Gm6 → C7 chord transition
To move from Gm6 to C7, follow these steps:
- While playing Gm6, lift your middle finger from C string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on A string fret 1.
2. Gm6 → F chord transition
To move from Gm6 to F, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from C string fret 2 to G string fret 2.
3. Gm6 → Gm7 chord transition
To move from Gm6 to Gm7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on C string fret 2.
4. Gm6 → A chord transition
To move from Gm6 to A, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on C string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from C string fret 2 to G string fret 2.
5. Gm6 → Am chord transition
To move from Gm6 to Am, follow these steps:
- While playing Gm6, lift your index finger from A string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from C string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
6. Gm6 → Fadd9 chord transition
To move from Gm6 to Fadd9, follow these steps:
- While playing Gm6, lift your middle finger from C string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Gm6 across songs on this site.
1. Gm6 → Aadd9 chord transition
To move from Gm6 to Aadd9, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on C string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from C string fret 2 to G string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on A string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing Gm6 use the transition to Aadd9 at 44.4%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
2. Gm6 → A7 chord transition
To move from Gm6 to A7, follow these steps:
- While playing Gm6, lift your middle finger from C string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on C string fret 1.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing Gm6 use the transition to A7 at 11.1%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
3. Gm6 → D chord transition
To move from Gm6 to D, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on C string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on E string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing Gm6 use the transition to D at 11.1%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using Gm6 Chord
Popular songs that feature the Gm6 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gm6 easy to play on Ukulele?
Ukulele Gm6 is beginner-friendly. It spans 2 frets. Practice slowly to keep each note clean.
What is the easiest way to play Gm6?
There is a simpler alternative for Gm6 on Ukulele. The alternative voicing uses fingering 7-7-6-7. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.
What chords transition well from Gm6 on Ukulele?
Ukulele Gm6 commonly moves to Aadd9 and F. Based on our catalog data, Gm6 to Aadd9 is recorded 4 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 44.4% of outgoing Gm6 transitions. Gm6 to F is recorded 3 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 33.3%.
What songs use the Gm6 chord?
Bing Crosby - Brother Can You Spare A Dime Ukulele Chords is one of 3 songs that use the Gm6 chord.