How to read ukulele slash chords
Many ukulele transcriptions feature slashed chords, such as C/B or D/F#. They may look a little bit complicated, but these chords are relatively simple to play.
Here is how to read them :
- The letter before the slash refers to the chord name itself,
- The letter after the slash refers to a single bass note,
Why? Mainly because most of the time the uke just doesn't have the range to do so! And when it's possible, the bass note is probably already a part of the unslashed chord... (ie. D chord is formed with the notes D,A,D,F#. D/F# would be D with a F# bass note, but the F# note is already a part of the D chord)
Let's say that you can ignore the bit after the slash and play the usual chord shape, it's less confusing. You'll surely miss a certain nuance, but it's safe. :)
List of some ukulele slash chords.