Acoustic Guitar Basics

This Free course will get you playing the acoustic guitar in no time.

I will show you:

• how to hold the guitar
• exactly where to place your fingers to play the basic guitar chords
• how to read chord diagrams
• how to play chords of G, D, C, Em, Am, Cadd9
  
• basic strumming patterns
• how to tune the guitar
• how to use a capo

You will learn all the basics needed to get you started, along with strumming patterns that will have you playing songs in a very short period of time. During the videos any chords that are being used will appear onscreen and there are video inlays to give you a closer look at what my left-hand fingers are doing. A visual representation of the strumming patterns will also be shown onscreen where necessary.

The strumming patterns and chord diagrams are included as supplemental materials so they can be downloaded and studied separately from the videos.

The course should take approx. 5 weeks to complete if you are an absolute beginner with no previous experience. Also if you've always wanted to play guitar or tried to learn guitar before but found changing chords or strumming was difficult then this is the course for you.

🎶 **Course Overview:** **Global Rating:** 4.20 This online guitar course, taught by Francis, has received high praise from beginners who have found the pace and song selection to be perfect for their level. The course is highly recommended for those starting their journey with the guitar, as it provides a solid foundation and covers the basics extensively, ensuring that students can't make mistakes. **Pros:** - **Beginner-Friendly Pace:** The course's pace is ideal for beginners, allowing them to comfortably grasp the fundamentals of playing the guitar. - **Popular Song Selection:** The songs chosen are popular and easy to learn, making the learning process enjoyable and accessible. - **Clear Instructions:** The instructions provided by Francis are precise, clear, and easy to follow, even for those who haven't played an instrument in years. - **Comprehensive Approach:** The course is designed to lay out the basics and build a solid foundation for playing the guitar. - **Useful Information:** Many reviewers found the information provided to be highly usable and comprehensive, with much praise for the concise approach to teaching. - **Encouraging Teaching Style:** The gentle and encouraging style of the instructor is appreciated by students and contributes positively to the learning experience. - **Strumming Patterns:** The course includes a variety of strumming patterns to accompany the songs, which is highly beneficial for learners. - **Good for Complete Beginners:** The course is praised for being suitable for absolute beginners with no prior musical knowledge. **Cons:** - **Pronunciation and Accent Issues:** Some students find it difficult to understand the instructor due to pronunciation and accent differences, suggesting the addition of English subtitles to assist learners. - **Sound Clarity:** A few reviewers mention that the instructor's voice could be more audible and louder for clarity, especially when using different recording devices or watching on larger screens. - **Slower Pace Initially:** Some beginners initially found the pace too slow, but later appreciated the careful approach to avoid mistakes. - **Desire for Visual Focus:** A couple of students suggest that a more direct focus on the guitar, perhaps with more camera work aimed at the instrument, would make the lessons feel more like a television commercial or tutorial, which could be more engaging. - **Varied Learning Preferences:** The course's gentle pace and approach may not appeal to all learners, and some found it hard to pay close attention or described it as slow moving. **Additional Suggestions:** - **Improved Voice Over:** Some users suggest that the voice-over in the videos could be improved for clarity and intelligibility. - **Subtitles/Transcripts:** The implementation of English subtitles or transcripts is recommended to cater to a global audience better. In summary, this guitar course is highly praised for its beginner-friendly approach and comprehensive instruction, making it an excellent choice for anyone starting from scratch. While some technical improvements could be made for clarity and accessibility, the overall quality of the course content and teaching method is commendable.