Beginning Guitar Volume 1
In this info-packed guitar video lesson, parts of the acoustic and electric guitars are described. Viewers will also learn: how to tune up, how to get good tone with an amplifier, how to hold the pick, left- and right-hand positioning, open chords, power chords, strumming patterns, string muting, soloing, and more.
Videos
• Guitar Anatomy (01:30) - Delve into the intricate components of a guitar, exploring its anatomy to gain a comprehensive understanding of its construction.
• How To Hold Your Guitar (01:19) - Perfect the art of holding your guitar with precision, ensuring optimal comfort and control for an effective playing experience.
• String, Fret & Finger Numbering (02:08) - Master the fundamental concepts of strings, frets, and finger numbering, laying the groundwork for your guitar knowledge and finger placement.
• Making Sound (03:46) - Dive into the basics of producing sound on your guitar, mastering essential techniques to achieve clear and resonant tones.
• Tuning the Guitar (06:48) - Fine-tune your musical ear by learning the art of tuning your guitar, a crucial step for achieving pitch-perfect melodies.
• Practice Playing Strings (02:10) - Begin your guitar journey by practicing individual strings, developing the foundational skills necessary for more complex playing.
• Constructing Chords (02:51) - Embark on the journey of chord construction, understanding the building blocks that form the basis of guitar harmony.
• A Major Chord (00:50) - Master the execution of the A Major chord, focusing on proper finger placement and strumming technique.
• G Major Chord (00:34) - Explore the G Major chord, perfecting the fingering and transitioning smoothly between chords.
• D Major Chord (00:43) - Dive into the D Major chord, mastering the necessary finger movements and chord transitions.
• Strumming Basics (02:04) - Acquire strumming proficiency with a focus on fundamental techniques, laying the groundwork for more intricate patterns.
• Practice Drill (02:17) - Enhance your strumming skills through a dedicated practice drill, refining your technique for improved rhythm and precision.
• Strumming Pattern 1 (01:42) - Mat shows us the first strumming pattern.
• Strumming Pattern 2 (01:37) - Mat teaches us another strumming pattern.
• Chord Transitions (01:58) - Navigate chord transitions smoothly, a critical skill for fluid and connected playing, reinforced through dedicated practice.
• Practice Chords (02:12) - Mat shows us a chord practice exercise.
• Finger Strength (01:11) - Strengthen your fingers for optimal guitar performance, focusing on building the necessary dexterity and power.
• Sloop John B. - Lesson (01:44) - Learn the lesson and song for "Sloop John B.," incorporating chord transitions and strumming techniques.
• Sloop John B. - Song (02:01) - Practice and play the complete song "Sloop John B.," applying the learned techniques in a musical context.
• Corrina, Corrina - Lesson (01:53) - Explore the lesson for "Corrina, Corrina," focusing on chord structures and strumming patterns.
• Corrina, Corrina - Song (01:42) - Apply the lesson concepts by playing the complete song "Corrina, Corrina," integrating technique with musicality.
• C Major Chord (00:49) - Master the C Major chord, paying attention to finger placement and transitioning between chords.
• A Minor Chord (00:30) - Explore the A Minor chord, understanding its structure and practicing smooth transitions in various musical contexts.
• E Minor Chord (00:23) - Dive into the E Minor chord, mastering the fingering and incorporating it into your chord repertoire.
• Making Music (half speed) (01:47) - Create music at half speed, allowing for focused practice and a deeper understanding of musical elements.
• Making Music (01:34) - Transition to regular speed, applying the learned concepts and playing music at a standard tempo.
• Riff 1 (01:33) - Explore a guitar riff and apply it in a collaborative jam session, fostering creativity and improvisational skills.
• GCD Jam (01:24) - Engage in a jam session focused on the chords G, C, and D, integrating various elements into a musical context.
• Warm Up (00:33) - Warm up effectively with a dedicated exercise, preparing your fingers and hands for more challenging playing sessions.
• Barre Chord 1 (03:00) - Delve into the basics of Barre Chord 1, focusing on finger positioning and mastering the foundational technique.
• Practice Barre Chord 1 (02:43) - Practice Barre Chord 1 to reinforce the learned concepts and ensure proficiency in executing barre chords.
• Barre Chord 2 (02:34) - Explore Barre Chord 2, expanding your knowledge of barre chords and their application on the fretboard.
• Practice Barre Chord 2 (01:52) - Practice Barre Chord 2 to solidify your understanding and proficiency in playing barre chords in different positions.
• Moving Barre Chords Around (01:17) - Move barre chords around the fretboard, enhancing your versatility and ability to play chords in various positions.
• F Major Chord (00:59) - Master the F Major chord, paying attention to finger placement and transitioning smoothly between chords.
• Rock Strumming 1 (01:53) - Explore rock strumming techniques, focusing on the basics and developing a foundation for more intricate patterns.
• Rock Transition 1 (01:50) - Practice rock transitions to enhance your ability to shift smoothly between chords and maintain a consistent rhythm.
• Rock Jam 1 (00:33) - Engage in a rock jam session, applying the learned techniques in a musical context and fostering improvisational skills.
• A7 Chord (00:41) - Learn the A7 chord, focusing on proper finger placement and incorporating it into your chord vocabulary.
• D7 Chord (00:24) - Explore the D7 chord, mastering the fingering and practicing smooth transitions in various musical contexts.
• E Major Chord (00:28) - Master the E Major chord, paying attention to finger placement and transitioning seamlessly between chords.
• E7 Chord (00:31) - Explore the E7 chord, understanding its structure and practicing its application in different musical contexts.
• Swing Feel (01:12) - Explore the swing feel, a distinctive rhythm in guitar playing, focusing on strumming patterns and timing.
• Blues Strumming 1 (01:30) - Dive into blues strumming techniques, focusing on the basics and developing a foundation for more intricate patterns.
• Blues Transition 1 (01:36) - Practice blues transitions to enhance your ability to shift smoothly between chords and maintain a bluesy feel.
• Blues Jam 1 (01:29) - Engage in a blues jam session, applying the learned techniques in a musical context and fostering improvisational skills.
• Country Strumming 1 (01:55) - Explore country strumming techniques, focusing on the basics and developing a foundation for more intricate patterns.
• Country Transition 1 (01:48) - Practice country transitions to enhance your ability to shift smoothly between chords and maintain a country feel.
• Country Jam 1 (01:20) - Engage in a country jam session, applying the learned techniques in a musical context and fostering improvisational skills.
• Power Chord 1 (01:08) - Master Power Chord 1, focusing on finger positioning and understanding the fundamentals of power chord playing.
• Muting Power Chord 1 (01:06) - Practice muting techniques with Power Chord 1, ensuring precision and control over the sound of the power chord.
• Power Chord 2 (00:58) - Expand your power chord capabilities with Power Chord 2, introducing new finger positions and patterns.
• Metal Strumming 1 (02:07) - Dive into metal strumming techniques, focusing on the basics and developing a foundation for more intricate patterns.
• Metal Transition 1 (02:07) - Practice metal transitions to enhance your ability to shift smoothly between chords and maintain a metal feel.
• Metal Transition 2 (01:12) - Further explore metal transitions, adding complexity to your playing and enhancing your metal guitar skills.
• Metal Jam 1 (01:44) - Engage in a metal jam session, applying the learned techniques in a musical context and fostering improvisational skills.
• Midnight Special - Lesson (01:36) - Learn the lesson for "Midnight Special," focusing on chord structures and strumming patterns.
• Midnight Special - Song (01:45) - Apply the lesson concepts by playing the complete song "Midnight Special," integrating technique with musicality.
• Salty Dog - Lesson (01:48) - Explore the lesson for "Salty Dog," focusing on chord structures and strumming patterns.
• Salty Dog - Song (01:33) - Apply the lesson concepts by playing the complete song "Salty Dog," integrating technique with musicality.
• Will the Circle Be Unbroken - Lesson (01:57) - Learn the lesson for "Will the Circle Be Unbroken," focusing on chord structures and strumming patterns.
• Will the Circle Be Unbroken - Song (01:44) - Apply the lesson concepts by playing the complete song "Will the Circle Be Unbroken," integrating technique with musicality.
• Riff 1 Expanded (03:18) - Expand your riff repertoire with an extended version of Riff 1, adding complexity and creativity to your playing.
• A Major Alternate Fingering (01:07) - Explore alternative fingering for the A Major chord, providing additional options for chord execution.
• Riff 2 - Rock (01:16) - Jam with Riff 2 - Rock, exploring rock guitar techniques and adding a new riff to your repertoire.
• Riff 3 - Mellow (01:53) - Explore Riff 3 - Mellow, focusing on a mellow melody and expanding your repertoire of guitar techniques.
• D Minor Chord (00:33) - Master the D Minor chord, paying attention to finger placement and practicing smooth transitions in various musical contexts.
• G7 Chord (00:25) - Learn the G7 chord, focusing on proper finger placement and incorporating it into your chord vocabulary.
• Stringing the Guitar (01:55) - Conclude your guitar learning journey by mastering the art of stringing and restringing your instrument.