Series: Chord Bible

The Illustrated Mandolin Chord Bible

This is part 1 of 6 of the series Chord Bible

Introduction to the Illustrated Mandolin Chord Bible Learning mandolin chords should feel clear, approachable, and even a little fun — not like decoding a secret language. That’s the idea behind the Illustrated Mandolin Chord Bible, a five‑part series created… Read the rest

Mandolin Anatomy

This is part 2 of 6 of the series Chord Bible

This elementary chart of mandolin anatomy is given for the benefit of beginners. Though it is very basic, it is a start to learning some common terms that are used when talking about our instruments. The pads on our… Read the rest

How to Read the Chord Diagrams

This is part 3 of 6 of the series Chord Bible

This page provides a quick reference to understanding the elements of our chord charts. Thank you for viewing it! Please remember that you are always welcome to contact us with any questions, concerns, or suggestions. Did you know that… Read the rest

What Is Cafe Shorthand? And Other Questions

This is part 4 of 6 of the series Chord Bible

What Is Cafe Shorthand? “Cafe Shorthand” is a term I use for an informal way of notating chords on a stringed instrument. It is a method that is analogous to expressing TAB or tablature notation without the typical tablature… Read the rest

C Family Chords for Mandolin

This is part 5 of 6 of the series Chord Bible

↓Below you will find our illustrated chord charts for C family chords for mandolin. For help in deciphering our chord charts, see here. Major Chords: C Major Mandolin Chords C6 Mandolin Chords Cmaj7 Mandolin Chords Csus Mandolin Chords Minor… Read the rest

Movable Chord Shapes

This is part 6 of 6 of the series Chord Bible

This section of our Illustrated Mandolin Chord Bible is dedicated to teaching numerous movable chord shapes, enabling students to quickly find any chord on the mandolin. INTRODUCTION Major Chord Shapes: Simple Triads (and Diads) Suspended Augmented Maj6 Maj7 Minor… Read the rest