learn how to play guitar

Learning Electric Guitar is designed for the beginner with no prior knowledge of

playing the guitar. This course explains in detail the fundamentals

needed to play along with your favorite songs as well as the knowledge needed to

create your own music.

Practice Tips:

It is far more productive to practice for fifteen to twenty minutes every day rather

than a few hours, a couple of times a week. As you complete several lessons,

it is a good idea to review the previous lessons for half of your practice time and

work on new lessons the other half. Also, slow down your playing to your weakest

point. In other words, practice each lesson as slow as you need to so each chord

and note is played clearly. Speed will come naturally.

Holding The Guitar

The easiest way to hold your guitar when first learning is to sit down. Most people

sit when they practice and stand when they are performing. The exception is when

playing classical guitar, where it is common to sit while performing.

Sitting Position:

Hold your guitar so that it rests on your right thigh (if

you are left handed please switch to the opposite).

Use the inside of your forearm to keep the guitar

in place. You should have your guitar and body

positioned so that the neck of your guitar does

not tip towards the ground. Your guitar should

be balanced comfortably without the use of your

left hand for support. Make sure your body is

comfortable and relaxed without hunching over.

proper standing position

Standing Position:

You will need to use a guitar strap when

standing. Adjust the length of the strap to your

desired comfort and preference, usually where

the bridge is about waist high. Make sure

both ends of the straps are securely fastened

to prevent the guitar from slipping out of the

strap and falling. Make sure that it is easy and

comfortable to play your guitar. After several

weeks of practice, you can always lower your

strap like legendary rock stars do.