Funky C Funky Do

Required String Notes:C - G - C - G - C - D

How to Tune from Standard to CGCGCD Tuning (Csus2 Modal)

Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 5 of 6 strings to play “Funky C Funky Do”:

String	Standard	Target	What to do
String 6	E2	C2	Tune down 4 semitones
String 5	A2	G2	Tune down a whole step
String 4	D3	C3	Tune down a whole step
String 3	G3	G3	Leave as is
String 2	B3	C4	Tune up a half step
String 1	E4	D4	Tune down a whole step

Recommended string gauge: .011–.054. The bass end is slackened noticeably; a slightly heavier set keeps it tight without a full setup change.Ernie Ball Beefy Slinky (.011–.054) · affiliate link

Song Overview & Tuning Breakdown

"Funky C Funky Do" by Al Petteway is played in CGCGCD Tuning (Csus2 Modal) (C - G - C - G - C - D). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 5 of 6 strings: string 6 down to C, string 5 down to G, string 4 down to C, string 2 up to C, string 1 down to D. Some strings go down and others go up, so the tension shifts across the neck. Al Petteway uses this same tuning on 1 other song in our catalog, so you can stay tuned and keep playing.

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Tunings Close to CGCGCD Tuning (Csus2 Modal)

Already tuned to C - G - C - G - C - D? These tunings are just one small change away.

Open C Tuning34 songs

C - G - C - G - C - EOnly string 1 differs: E instead of D.

Custom Tuning (CGCGCC)10 songs

CGCGCCOnly string 1 differs: C instead of D.

Custom Tuning (DADADE)8 songs

DADADESame chord shapes, every string a whole step higher.

The Rain Song (DGCGCD)5 songs

D - G - C - G - C - DOnly string 6 differs: D instead of C.

Al Petteway’s Guitar Tunings

Al Petteway plays 2 of 3 songs in our catalog in CGCGCD Tuning (Csus2 Modal). Most-used tunings:

CGCGCD Tuning (Csus2 Modal)C - G - C - G - C - D2 songs
DADGAD Celtic TuningD - A - D - G - A - D1 song

Gear for CGCGCD Tuning (Csus2 Modal)

Strings and tools that make playing "Funky C Funky Do" in CGCGCD Tuning (Csus2 Modal) easier.

Ernie Ball Beefy Slinky (.011–.054)

Recommended gauge .011–.054. The bass end is slackened noticeably; a slightly heavier set keeps it tight without a full setup change.

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D'Addario Universal Micro Headstock Tuner

A headstock tuner makes switching in and out of this tuning quick, even on stage or without a mic.

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D'Addario Pro-Winder (winder + cutter)

Retuning 5 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.

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“Funky C Funky Do” Tuning FAQ

What tuning is "Funky C Funky Do" by Al Petteway in?

"Funky C Funky Do" is played in CGCGCD Tuning (Csus2 Modal): C - G - C - G - C - D, from the lowest to the highest string.

How do I tune my guitar to play "Funky C Funky Do"?

Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune down 4 semitones (E2 → C2). String 5: tune down a whole step (A2 → G2). String 4: tune down a whole step (D3 → C3). String 2: tune up a half step (B3 → C4). String 1: tune down a whole step (E4 → D4). Leave the other strings as they are.