Key of D
Christina Perri first released Jar of Hearts as an instant hit song in 2011. Glee featured the tune, as did Twenty One Pilots; plus it has even made its way into Twilight movie!
This song’s chords are not difficult for beginner guitarists to learn; even novice guitarists should be able to master them with just a bit of practice and some tutorials available online. Also helpful is practicing it at a slower tempo first before trying it faster tempos.
This song’s key is D, while some musicians argue it should be performed in E minor or G major instead. With an average BPM rate of 75 and duration of 4 minutes and 7 seconds, this piece runs for 4 minutes and 7 seconds.
Tempo of 75 BPM
Jar of Hearts by Christina Perri is an effortless song to learn on guitar, with its slow tempo (75 BPM). Beginners can use its slow pace as an ideal opportunity to practice chord progressions; once more comfortable with playing it, its tempo can easily be altered as desired.
This song’s chord progression features a double plagal cadence, a common pattern in popular music that has come to be known as the “Four Chords That Made A Million.”
Perri has experienced great success since her song appeared in The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1, where it has helped promote her career and alfonso Desplat was chosen to arrange the soundtrack of this movie.
Chords 1 & 2
A chord can consist of one, two or more notes arranged in any combination and it is important to understand that most can be divided into major or minor triads; 9th chords and augmented or diminished 7th chords may also exist; these types are commonly seen in jazz music and follow the formula 1-3-5 for major triads.
When learning a chord, it can be useful to practice without looking at the fretboard – this helps build muscle memory while simultaneously helping you focus on how it sounds.
Avoid kinking your wrist when making chords to reduce stress and injury, and ensure a stress-free chord making experience. Aim for keeping the wrist straight while using a relaxed hand for best results.
Chords 3 & 4
A chord is composed of multiple notes played simultaneously. These notes are separated by specific intervals to give it its distinctive sound; different intervals can be used to build different kinds of chords – the most basic being triads which combine three notes into a trio.
Major triads produce an upbeat and cheerful sound while minor triads produce sadder or melancholic tones.
For successful learning of these chords, a clear grasp of the fretboard is essential. Number your fingers so you can quickly reference them when changing chords; your index finger would be 1; middle and ring fingers 2/3 respectively. Practice these chords until you feel comfortable playing them.
Chords 5 & 6
Guitar chords are composed of notes played simultaneously on two or more strings, strung together for a full sound. Chords serve as the cornerstones of songs, and there are numerous types available – it is essential that any new guitarist learn to recognize these different forms as soon as possible!
The major 6th chord is an immensely popular one and used frequently in songs worldwide and jazz music alike. Though less frequently utilized, minor 6ths can add great musical moments to your song.
A power chord is another essential chord to learn as a guitarist. These chords omit the third note in the scale for an electric feel, often played over major progressions and making a great addition to any song.