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7 Day Guitar Quick Start
Rating: 4.7 out of 5(11 ratings)
484 students

7 Day Guitar Quick Start

Your First Chords, Riffs & Strumming Patterns — Learn Guitar the Fun and Easy Way
Created byGuitar Fastlane
Last updated 7/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • How to hold the guitar properly and develop good playing posture from day one.
  • How to tune the guitar confidently and understand string names and notes.
  • How to play your first two beginner-friendly chords using only two fingers.
  • How to strum basic rhythms and start developing a solid sense of timing.
  • How to read chord charts and tabs so you can learn songs on their own.
  • How to play a simple, recognizable riff to impress friends and build confidence.
  • Tips and habits to make learning guitar easier, more enjoyable, and more consistent.

Course content

1 section • 9 lectures • 43m total length

  • Intro1:13

    Beginner guitarists learn with a seven day quick start that delivers daily lessons in just a few minutes. It guides them to play their first song and a famous riff.

  • Holding the Guitar and Pick, Adjusting the Strap, & Finding the Right Pick6:06

    Master the common guitar hold and neck angle for comfortable playing, and adjust a strap for stability. Learn to grip and choose a medium-thickness pick for versatility.

  • How to Tune Your Guitar, Fret Notes the Right Way & Play Clean Sounds8:29

    Tune your guitar easily and fret notes, including a third-fret note, by learning open strings (e, a, d, g, b, e), tuners (wire or wireless), and proper finger position.

  • Your First Chord & Simple Chord Change Trick5:04

    Learn your first real guitar chord using just two fingers and master a simple two-finger chord change trick between E minor and A sus2, building a strummed chord progression.

  • Strumming Basics (Without Sounding Robotic!)6:16

    Learn to strum smoothly by relaxing the wrist, elbow, and hand. Master a steady down-up rhythm with air strumming, wrist flick technique, and muting for precise timing.

  • How to Read Tabs & Play Your First Finger Exercise6:35

    Learn to read guitar tabs quickly, identify six strings and frets, and play the 123 exercise with down and then alternate picking to develop finger and pick hand coordination.

  • Playing Your First Full Song4:16

    Strum your first full song with two chords, E minor and Asus2, in four-four time, count 1-2-3-4, and practice steady chord changes to play along with Horse With No Name.

  • Playing Your First Famous Riff2:59

    Learn the beginner-friendly The Joker riff in standard tuning using your first and third fingers. Follow the tabs, practice slowly, and build each section until it sounds like the original.

  • Wrap Up & Next Steps!2:04

    Celebrate seven days of guitar progress, mastering chord changes and strumming patterns, playing by ear, and advancing with the six stage guitar Fastlane system for confident jams and performances.

Requirements

  • No previous experience or musical knowledge required!

Description

Have you always wanted to learn guitar but felt overwhelmed or didn't know where to start? This beginner-friendly class is designed to help you pick up your guitar with confidence and start playing real music — even if you’ve never touched a guitar before!

In this 7-day quick-start course, you'll learn the essential foundations you need to kick off your guitar journey the right way. You’ll discover how to hold your guitar comfortably, understand the basic parts of your instrument, tune it properly, and start playing your very first chords and riffs.

Together, we’ll cover:

  • How to hold and position your guitar for easy playing

  • The most important parts of your guitar (without overwhelm)

  • The musical alphabet simplified for beginners

  • How to tune your guitar so it sounds great every time

  • Your first two easy chords (only two fingers needed!)

  • Simple strumming patterns to bring your playing to life

  • How to read chord charts and tabs so you can start learning songs fast

  • A classic beginner-friendly riff to show off your new skills

This course is designed to be fun, simple, and encouraging — no complicated theory or boring exercises here. By the end of this class, you’ll not only feel comfortable holding and playing your guitar, but you'll also have the momentum to keep going and enjoy your musical journey.

Whether your goal is to play your favorite songs, jam with friends, or eventually write your own music, this class is the perfect place to start.

Who this course is for:

  • It’s designed for anyone who: Feels overwhelmed by traditional lessons or music theory. Wants to start playing real chords and riffs quickly instead of spending weeks on exercises. Wants a fun, supportive, and no-stress introduction to the guitar. Is looking for a simple, practical foundation before moving on to more advanced playing.

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