Fingering The D Minor Chord

In this lesson we will be using the D minor chord. If you’re not familiar with that chord it would be best to practice it first. To play the D minor chord put your first finger on the first string, first fret. Now stretch your second finger over to the third string, second fret. Finally place your pinky on the second string, third fret.

An alternate fingering for this chord is to use your third finger in place of your pinky. In other words your third finger is on the second string, third fret. I usually prefer the version with my pinky but they are both useful and there is no right or wrong.