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Donna - Single Version

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Key: A
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Song Fundamentals
Key A (A Major)
Tempo / BPM Tempo: Not available
Tuning Standard
Time Signature 4/4
Difficulty Level Advanced
Capo Position Capo Fret 2
Chord Count 13 Unique Chords
Genre Pop
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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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Donna - Single Version by Ritchie Valens is played in the key of A. Originally recorded in the sounding key of A, 'Donna - Single Version' by Ritchie Valens is best approached with a Capo placed on Fret 2, enabling guitarists to execute friendly G shapes while fully preserving the studio pitch. 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 C#/A: 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)
IV – III – ii – I – ii – III
Song chords:
star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)
D C#/A Bm A

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords
E A/C# Esus4 Eb F Bb Cm Bb/D Gm

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

tune Why Use a Capo?

Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding Key A Acoustic pitch of original recording
Capo Fret 2 sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape Key G Open chord finger positions

Placing a Capo on Fret 2 transforms fingering into G, maintaining A sound without complex barre chords.

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piano Chord Family A

Diatonic Matrix

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

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

speed Difficulty Level: Advanced

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circle Uses 13 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle Requires 7 barre chord shapes (C#, Bm, Eb)
check_circle Capo on fret 2 is recommended for optimal finger comfort
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: A • TEMPO: Tempo: Not available • PROG: IV – III – ii – I – ii – III • DIFF: 5/5 • CAPO: 2

help Easy Chord Guide & FAQ Donna - Single Version

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quiz How to play the easy chords for Donna - Single Version (Ritchie Valens)?

To play the Easy Chords for Donna - Single Version, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords with Capo on Fret 2 to make transitions easier without barre chords.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for Donna - Single Version?

The original recording key for Donna - Single Version by Ritchie Valens is A. 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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