How to Play Guitar Chords Efficiently
A 15-part course with David Youngman
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David Youngman has received a number of national and international awards for his music over the last two years including runner up twice at the Canadian Guitar Festival Competition and third place at the 2014 International Fingerstyle Competition at... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 3 hr, 21 min
- Lessons 15
- Attachments 31
- Exercises 54
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109 CQ
15 Lessons in This Course
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18 minFREEGuitar lesson 1Free10 CQ
Want to start playing guitar, focusing on chords and strumming? In this introductory lesson, complete guitar beginners learn about equipment and positioning.
with David YoungmanWant to start playing guitar, focusing on chords and strumming? In this introductory lesson, complete guitar beginners learn about equipment and positioning.
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18 minGuitar lesson 210 CQ
In this beginner guitar lesson, learn proper left-hand technique through a tried-and-true method called "The Pinch," and some exercises and practice pieces.
with David YoungmanIn this beginner guitar lesson, learn proper left-hand technique through a tried-and-true method called "The Pinch," and some exercises and practice pieces.
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12 minGuitar lesson 37 CQ
Part of learning the guitar is learning how to read music. In this beginner guitar lesson, learn how to read tablature, standard notation, and determine rhythm.
with David YoungmanPart of learning the guitar is learning how to read music. In this beginner guitar lesson, learn how to read tablature, standard notation, and determine rhythm.
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21 minGuitar lesson 411 CQ
Ready to start playing actual guitar chords? In this beginner guitar lesson, learn how to play one finger chords with a few chord transitioning exercises.
with David YoungmanReady to start playing actual guitar chords? In this beginner guitar lesson, learn how to play one finger chords with a few chord transitioning exercises.
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8 minGuitar lesson 55 CQ
Practicing left hand technique helps with guitar chord formation and transitions. In this beginner guitar lesson, learn an exercise called "Fixed Fingers."
with David YoungmanPracticing left hand technique helps with guitar chord formation and transitions. In this beginner guitar lesson, learn an exercise called "Fixed Fingers."
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11 minGuitar lesson 66 CQ
In this beginner guitar lesson, start playing two finger guitar chords (a common chord formation) with practice songs like Amazing Grace and more.
with David YoungmanIn this beginner guitar lesson, start playing two finger guitar chords (a common chord formation) with practice songs like Amazing Grace and more.
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14 minGuitar lesson 78 CQ
In this beginner guitar lesson, learn how to hold the pick, get started with strumming, and practice the provided exercises to help you strum and pick better.
with David YoungmanIn this beginner guitar lesson, learn how to hold the pick, get started with strumming, and practice the provided exercises to help you strum and pick better.
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16 minGuitar lesson 89 CQ
Three finger chords are some of the most popular guitar chords. In this beginner lesson, build on transitioning principles to practice these common chords.
with David YoungmanThree finger chords are some of the most popular guitar chords. In this beginner lesson, build on transitioning principles to practice these common chords.
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11 minGuitar lesson 96 CQ
Having trouble with your guitar chord transitions? In this beginner guitar lesson, practice transitioning between chords with a "walking" technique.
with David YoungmanHaving trouble with your guitar chord transitions? In this beginner guitar lesson, practice transitioning between chords with a "walking" technique.
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11 minGuitar lesson 106 CQ
Add one more finger to the mix with four finger guitar chords. In this beginner guitar lesson, learn techniques for practicing chords and how to use a capo.
with David YoungmanAdd one more finger to the mix with four finger guitar chords. In this beginner guitar lesson, learn techniques for practicing chords and how to use a capo.
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8 minGuitar lesson 115 CQ
In this beginner guitar lesson, learn how to change guitar strings properly on an acoustic guitar, and discover helpful tools for completing the task.
with David YoungmanIn this beginner guitar lesson, learn how to change guitar strings properly on an acoustic guitar, and discover helpful tools for completing the task.
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17 minGuitar lesson 129 CQ
A course on learning guitar chords wouldn't be complete without bar chords! Learn how to create two-finger bar chords in this beginner guitar lesson.
with David YoungmanA course on learning guitar chords wouldn't be complete without bar chords! Learn how to create two-finger bar chords in this beginner guitar lesson.
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10 minGuitar lesson 136 CQ
Metalheads and rockers! This guitar lesson is for you. Learn how to play three-finger power chords with some chord progression practice and other guitar tips.
with David YoungmanMetalheads and rockers! This guitar lesson is for you. Learn how to play three-finger power chords with some chord progression practice and other guitar tips.
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11 minGuitar lesson 146 CQ
Ready to play some full, rockin' bar chords? In this beginner guitar lesson, practice getting all fingers on a bar chord and troubleshoot common mistakes.
with David YoungmanReady to play some full, rockin' bar chords? In this beginner guitar lesson, practice getting all fingers on a bar chord and troubleshoot common mistakes.
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8 minGuitar lesson 155 CQ
Now that you know a ton of guitar chords, it's time to master the right hand! Learn how to strum properly with various strumming patterns in this lesson.
with David YoungmanNow that you know a ton of guitar chords, it's time to master the right hand! Learn how to strum properly with various strumming patterns in this lesson.
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313 min3-part Guitar course9 CQ
Are you learning to fingerpick on guitar and wondering how to strengthen your skills? In this course, guitarist and music teacher David Youngman presents three fingerpicking challenge exercises.
with David YoungmanAre you learning to fingerpick on guitar and wondering how to strengthen your skills? In this course, guitarist and music teacher David Youngman presents three fingerpicking challenge exercises.
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10136 min10-part Guitar course74 CQ
Are you ready to master the essentials of jazz music? In this jazz guitar course from professional musician Sam Dunn, guitar players who wish learn the harmonies of Jazz have a place to start!
with Sam Dunn Jazz GuitarAre you ready to master the essentials of jazz music? In this jazz guitar course from professional musician Sam Dunn, guitar players who wish learn the harmonies of Jazz have a place to start!
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999 min9-part Guitar course54 CQ
To master the guitar, it is essential to build skills sequentially, based on applied music theory. The result? Confidence while playing killer solos, runs, and chord progressions!
with Chris CaselloTo master the guitar, it is essential to build skills sequentially, based on applied music theory. The result? Confidence while playing killer solos, runs, and chord progressions!
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313 min3-part Guitar course9 CQ
Searching for some guitar lick inspiration? In this course, learn a variety of face-melting dominant seventh chord licks to develop your guitar knowledge base and play over any genre of music.
with Misha RyazhenkaSearching for some guitar lick inspiration? In this course, learn a variety of face-melting dominant seventh chord licks to develop your guitar knowledge base and play over any genre of music.
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16109 min16-part Guitar course64 CQ
There are many ways to learn how to play guitar. In this course, Michael Palmisano shows beginners the foundations of learning guitar, and demonstrates how to apply them to improvising and comping.
with Michael PalmisanoThere are many ways to learn how to play guitar. In this course, Michael Palmisano shows beginners the foundations of learning guitar, and demonstrates how to apply them to improvising and comping.
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15201 min15-part Guitar course109 CQ
Are you a beginner guitarist looking to learn chords? In this course, guitar teacher David Youngman demonstrates left hand exercises and strumming techniques for mastering guitar chords.
with David YoungmanAre you a beginner guitarist looking to learn chords? In this course, guitar teacher David Youngman demonstrates left hand exercises and strumming techniques for mastering guitar chords.