Learn to play the guitar

You can learn to play the guitar as an adult with a few basic chord shapes. Short, regular practice is more effective than a few long sessions.

You will need

• Acoustic or electric guitar
• Tuner or tuner app
• Pick
• Chord chart or app
• A comfortable chair

Steps

1. Tune the guitar

   Tune the strings E–A–D–G–B–E from thickest to thinnest using a tuner app.

2. Learn the position

3. Learn your first chords

4. Practise chord changes

5. Learn a basic rhythm

6. Play your first song

7. Practise daily

8. Learn the F chord

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