As I note in the video above, this course is not one I recommend moving through from beginning to end, as if you’re reading a novel. You can do that if you wish… but I fear that would keep you in stuck the weeds of learning chords — some of which may not be interesting to you.
Remember, we learn chords so we can play songs and make music. Let that be the goal… and if a specific chord gives you a headache, I’ve got you covered with this course.
So, I encourage you to return to this course as needed when challenged by any of these common chords. My lessons on each lesson page will not only teach you how to play that chord, but also give several tips on how to practice it. PDF guides are included for each of the chord pages, which you can download and keep nearby as a handy resource.
Just about everything we play on guitar will involve two or more chords, requiring us to transition between chords. Chord changes can be especially tricky when getting started with guitar, as it forces us to start-all-over-again with getting our hands into each chord shape.
With this in mind, I include exercises for each chord I teach here - showing common chords that are used alongside whatever chord you’re learning. For example, when learning the C major chord, it’s quite helpful to practice switching to & from the Fadd9 chord - as they’re often used together, and the finger positions in each chord are almost identical.
This will give you something to practice alongside any new chord you’re learning — which is essential at building up the important skill of switching to & from any chord you learn.
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