Cm to Em
How to transition from a Cm (C minor) chord to an Em (E minior) chord.
The Cm → Em transition is the same iv → vi move in the key of G. The minor 4 chord isn't naturally in major keys but is seen in worship songs as of 2026 including Seen Too Much.
Chord shapes
Play the Cm as a fake barre chord for ease of playing and move to play the full open Em chord.
CmFake barre
EmFull