Autumn Leaves

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Key: F#

110 BPM

Tuning: Standard

Strum: ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

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CHORD DIAGRAMS

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[F#dim][B7][Em] 

[Em]The [C]falling leaves [D7]drift by [Gmaj7]my window

[Cmaj7] The [F#dim]falling [B7]leaves of red [Em] and gold

[C]I see your [D7]lips the [Gmaj7]summer kisses

[Cmaj7] The [F#dim]sunburned [B7]hands I [Em]used to hold

[Em]Since you [F#dim]went away [B7] the days [Em]grow long

[Am7]And soon I'[D7]ll hear old [Gmaj7]winter's song

[F#dim]But I miss [B7]you most of all

[dM]y??[Em]arling?? [F#dim]when [B7]autumn leaves

[Em]Begin to fall

[Em][Am7] [D7][Gmaj7] [Cmaj7] [F#dim][B7][Em] 

[Em]Since you [F#dim]went away [B7] the days [Em]grow long

[Em] And [A]soon I'll [Am7]hear old [D7] winter [Gmaj7]'s song

[F#dim]But I miss [B7]you most of all

[Em]My??[F#dim]darling?? when [B7]autumn leaves

[Em]Begin to fall [F#dim]??.. when [B7]autumn leaves [E]bmegin to fall

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Song Fundamentals

Original Key F# (F# Major)

Tempo / BPM 110 BPM

Tuning Standard

Time Signature 4/4

Difficulty Level Medium

Capo Position Capo Fret 4

Chord Count 6 Unique Chords

Genre Acoustic Rock

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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

Time Signature 4/4

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Autumn Leaves by Eric Clapton is played in the key of F# with a tempo of around 110 BPM. Progresi ini menciptakan pergerakan harmoni alami: B7 (IV) sebagai Subdominant (Gerak Maju/Tensi Sedang).

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Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips

Theory Guide

Guitar playing guide for Autumn Leaves by Eric Clapton: sounding in F# (Capo Fret 4, shape D) at 110 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑').

check_circle Key & Tempo: Sounding in F# (Capo on Fret 4 (played in D shape)) at 110 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
check_circle Voicing & Fingering: 100% open cowboy chords (C, G, D, Em, Am) requiring zero barre finger pressure.
check_circle Critical Transition: Transition from F#dim to B7 requires anchoring index or ring finger as a stable pivot.
check_circle Strumming Pattern: Master '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑' by starting at 79 BPM before accelerating to studio 110 BPM.

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Harmonic Progression

Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)

F#dim – IV – Em – C – D7 – A

Song chords:

star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)

F#dim B7 Em C

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords

D7 A

Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.

tune Why Use a Capo?

Capo & Sounding Key

Sounding Key F# Acoustic pitch of original recording

Capo Fret 4 sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings

Fingering Shape Key D Open chord finger positions

Placing a Capo on Fret 4 transforms fingering into D, maintaining F# sound without complex barre chords.

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piano Chord Family F#

Diatonic Matrix

This song is built on the key of F#. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:

I F# Tonic

ii G#m Supertonic

iii A#m Mediant

IV B Subdominant

V C# Dominant

vi D#m Submediant

vii° Fdim Leading

speed Difficulty Level: Medium

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:

check_circle Uses 11 unique chords throughout the song

check_circle All open position chords, zero barre chords required

check_circle Requires extended harmonic variations (F#dim, Gmaj7, Cmaj7)

check_circle Capo on fret 4 is recommended for optimal finger comfort

dna MUSICAL DNA:

KEY: F# • TEMPO: 110 BPM • PROG: F#dim – IV – Em – C – D7 – A • DIFF: 2/5 • CAPO: 4

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FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for Autumn Leaves (Eric Clapton)?

To play the Easy Chords for Autumn Leaves, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords (C, G, Am, F) with Capo on Fret 4 to make transitions easier without barre chords.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for Autumn Leaves?

The original recording key for Autumn Leaves by Eric Clapton is F#. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.

quiz Is audio sync and auto-scroll available for practice?

Yes, ChordGitar.in features touch-free Auto-Scroll with speed control, as well as an integrated player so your tempo and rhythm practice stays precise.

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