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The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress

Judy Collins verified
Key: G
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Song Fundamentals
Key G (G Major)
Tempo / BPM Tempo: Not available
Tuning Standard
Time Signature 4/4
Difficulty Level Advanced
Capo Position No Capo
Chord Count 12 Unique Chords
Genre American
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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress by Judy Collins is played in the key of G. Arranged in the natural sounding key of G in standard guitar tuning without a capo, 'The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress' by Judy Collins utilizes direct fretboard shapes to project full open-string acoustic warmth and resonance throughout every section. To prevent hand fatigue on the challenging F barre chord, beginners can comfortably substitute an open Fmaj7 (xx3210) or small four-string F (xx3211) without sacrificing harmonic richness or vocal support. The primary progression challenge lies in switching between D and Bm7: keep your fingers hovering close to the fretboard rather than flying off between changes. Set your metronome at an initial practice tempo of 66 BPM in 4/4 time to master the '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑' strumming groove, emphasizing steady downstrokes on beats one and three before accelerating toward the studio speed of 92 BPM.
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Harmonic Progression
Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)
I – IV – I – IV – I – ii
Song chords:
star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)
G C Am D

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords
Bm7 Em Bb Eb Cm F Dm7 Gm

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

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Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding Key G Acoustic pitch of original recording
No Capo sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape Key G Open chord finger positions

The song is played in its original key of G without a capo.

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piano Chord Family G

Diatonic Matrix

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

I G Tonic
ii Am Supertonic
iii Bm Mediant
IV C Subdominant
V D Dominant
vi Em Submediant
vii° F#dim Leading

speed Difficulty Level: Advanced

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circle Uses 12 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle Requires 6 barre chord shapes (Bm7, Bb, Eb)
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: G • TEMPO: Tempo: Not available • PROG: I – IV – I – IV – I – ii • DIFF: 5/5 • CAPO: 0

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quiz How to play the easy chords for The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress (Judy Collins)?

To play the Easy Chords for The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords to make transitions easier without barre chords.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress?

The original recording key for The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress by Judy Collins is G. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.

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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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