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Trying to learn acoustic guitar but not sure where to start? In this beginner-friendly lesson, I’ll walk you through your first chords, switching tips, and even your first scale. No stress!
This lesson is all about setting you up for success with the acoustic guitar—no stress, just real progress. We’ll walk through what chords to learn first, how to switch between them, and even introduce your very first scale: the E minor pentatonic!
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0:00 – Acoustic Guitar: Where Beginners Should Start
2:45 – Your First Chord: E Minor
4:00 – E Minor to A Sus2 (Same Shape!)
5:00 – A Major and First Chord Switching Practice
6:30 – D Major: Another Beginner Staple
8:00 – Switching Chords Smoothly
9:00 – Finger Memory Tricks & Practice Tips
10:10 – G Major: Easy Versions + Why It’s Useful
12:20 – C Major and A Minor Shape Relationship
13:45 – E Major (Same Shape as A Minor, Moved)
15:00 – Mixing and Matching Chords for Practice
16:30 – Intro to Your First Scale: E Minor Pentatonic
18:00 – Putting It All Together: Chords + Scale
19:20 – Final Thoughts + Next Steps
