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Total Beginner Guitar
Rating: 4.2 out of 5(26 ratings)
3,528 students

Total Beginner Guitar

Start playing guitar from the very beginning!
Created byHaley Powers
Last updated 5/2020
English
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What you'll learn

  • How to play guitar from the very start
  • Learn basic chords
  • Learn songs
  • How to play your first song
  • Learn how to strum
  • Learn major and minor chords

Course content

1 section • 14 lectures • 56m total length

  • Introduction2:18

    Quick note, I made this course originally for a different course platform, so ignore anything in this talking about a comment section- I know this isn't a feature of Udemy. However, you can always contact me and ask me any questions you want!

  • Very Basics2:13



  • Tuning and String Names2:18

    Tune your guitar with a clip-on tuner or tuning apps, and memorize the string names (e a d g b e) for proper finger placement.

  • Learn a D E and A Chord4:55

    Make sure you check your course e-Book for the chord charts!

  • Learn C F B and G4:26

    Learn essential chord fingerings for G, C, F, and B, with tips on finger placement, switching, and building guitar chord strength.

  • Chord Practice with Another Beginner10:31
  • Strumming Patterns6:51

    Master basic strumming patterns to coordinate right and left hand, focusing on downstrokes, upstrokes, rhythm, and simple patterns with C and G chords. Practice with songs to feel the groove.

  • Strumming Practice with Another Beginner2:38

    Practice right-hand strumming with an e chord using a basic down-down-down pattern, a light sweep across the strings, and a loose grip while breaking the routine into small chunks.

  • Minor Chords3:25

    Learn to form minor chords by lowering one note of major shapes by one fret, starting with D minor, A minor, and E minor, using open positions and precise fingerings.

  • Learning to play " Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran5:53

    Learn thinking out loud with simple chords and a basic strumming rhythm. Practice plucking and chord changes (A, D/F#, G, E minor, D minor) to build muscle memory.

  • Learning to Play "Wild Love" with Another Beginner4:43
  • Which Chords Go Together?1:19

    Learn to group chords by ear through simple songs, focusing on practical pairings rather than theory. Spot common progressions like G–C–D and D–A–E or E minor to guide playing.

  • Starting Out With Electric Guitar4:21

    Explore how electric guitar differs from acoustic, focusing on rhythm roles, light playing, bar chords, volume control, and progressing to soloing.

  • Wrap Up1:06

    Wrap up of the acoustic section for total beginner guitar, covering basic chords and strumming to help you play many simple songs, with guidance to explore electric guitar next.

Requirements

  • Nope! This course will cover all the basics.

Description

If you've ever wanted to start either acoustic or electric guitar, now is the time! Playing guitar is the most fun hobby because you can express emotions and creativity, connect with and play music with other people, and bring people joy! This course will help make sure you get a strong start learning all your basic major and minor chords, how to strum, and a few songs. I'll be teaching mainly on acoustic, but everything applies to electric guitar too! Once you are done, you will have the perfect foundation to learn and play new songs and jam with friends!

Who this course is for:

  • Beginner guitar players

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