Hot Acoustic Guitar How-Tos
How To: Get your guitar pick if it falls inside your guitar
Guitar Player shows the easiest way to get your pick if it falls inside your guitar. Since this has happened to everyone, he shows his technique for getting it out. Don't shake your guitar trying to get it out. Do shake until you can see the pick. Shake until the pick is on the label of the guitar. Some people like to put a piece of gum on the pencil. Flip the guitar over and pull the pencil up all at once. The pick will then be on the strings. Once this happens just reach in and pull out you...
How To: Find your pitch and sing while you play guitar
Stephenmdt2 wants to teach us how to find our note while playing guitar. First he goes over how you use a capo, which you need in order to find your note. Place it on any fret that you want it to go on. Next you want to place your fingers anywhere pressing the strings on the guitar. You know that you're doing it correctly because your fingers are spread out. Start strumming and then sing with your strumming until you find your pitch. Sometimes you need to sing high in falsetto. If you still c...
How To: Replace a single guitar string
Are you only having trouble with one, single guitar string? No problem! No need to change the entire set.
How To: Replace classical guitar nylon strings
In this tutorial, learn how to get the best play out of your guitar by performing routine maintenance.
How To: Re-string your guitar strings with locking tuners
Locking tuners make guitar playing much easier. Essentially, locking tuners keep you from having to constantly tune and retune your instrument by keeping the chords locked in place.
How To: Play "Blessed Assurance" on the lap guitar
If you want to learn how to play 'Blessed Assurance' on the lap guitar you should first print out the tab to Blessed Assurance so you can follow along. On the first note you want to roll on the first three strings of the 6th fret and then you want to roll on the first string of the 7th fret. Then play an open third string. This will all be open, a quick roll on the 6th, 2nd and 4th string. Now do an arpeggio on your 4, 3 and 1 string open. Now go to the 3rd, 4th string. Now go to the C chord ...
How To: Easily tune a guitar without using a guitar tuner
Sometimes you need to tune your guitar to another instrument, or you'll need to tune it when you don't have an electronic tuner handy. This video shows you how to do that. Start with the A string, and make sure that's in tune with the other instrument. Put your finger on the fifth fret of the low E string and play the E and A strings together. If they sound the same, they're are in tune with each other. If not, adjust the E string to make it match the A. Next, tune the D string by fretting th...
How To: Change the nylon strings on a classical guitar
In this Music & Instruments video tutorial you will learn how to change the nylon strings on a classical guitar. Take the peg winder and unwind all the old strings. Then unravel all the strings from the bridge. Make sure the bridge doesn’t fall off. Take a new string and insert the finished end in to the sixth hole passing it from the hole of the guitar towards the end of the body. Then tie a knot and pull the string tight over the bridge as shown in the video. Now pass the unfinished end o...
How To: Play acoustic slide guitar
In this video Joseph Paul demonstrates how to play slide guitar. Slides come in either metal or glass, metal being preferable because it doesn’t break if you drop it. Slides are usually worn on the pinky finger but you can use any finger that is comfortable.
How To: Play "Orange Crush" by R.E.M. on acoustic guitar
To learn to play REM’s “Orange Crush” on the guitar you’ll want to learn the song in two parts. In this video you’ll learn the intro and then the chorus. All you need to know are some basic chords and with a natural strumming pattern you’ll be playing the song in no time. It helps to sing along. You’ll get some hints and tips to get an even better sound.
How To: Change classical guitar strings
Time to change your classical guitar strings? This video will describe exactly how to do just that. The plain end of your string will be tied to the bridge. The other end is will go around the tuning pegs. You will want to do the thickest strings first. Thread through the bridge whole left to right and loop off. With the enlarged visual demonstrations and illustrated examples you will be able to follow along and correctly change the strings to your guitar with out any trouble. Now if only lea...
How To: Play "Hey Julie" by Fountains of Wayne for beginners
This guitar lesson video shows you how to play "Hey Julie" by Fountains of Wayne on acoustic guitar . In the tutorial your learn, the chords, strumming technique and style. This video is geared towards beginners but of course the more advanced student is welcomed to give it a whirl. It's a fun great song, and your in good hands with instructor Erich Andreas.
How To: Change strings to improve your acoustic guitar sound
Changing guitar strings is a skill every guitar player should master. This instructional video demonstrates how to change the guitar strings on your acoustic guitar. It's helpful to use a guitar stand throughout the process, but improvised equipment is easy to employ as well.
How To: Tune guitars without tuners
Oftentimes during performances, the battery on the tuner will run out. Fortunately this tutorial video series shows you how to use your hear and harmonics to quickly keep your guitar in tune.
How To: Play "Rehab" by Amy Winehouse on acoustic guitar
Your Guitar Sage provides the viewer with a good way to learn how to play an Amy Winehouse tune on an acoustic guitar. Amy Winehouse's song, Rehab has a few open chords and bar chords to be mastered. The videos demonstrates how to play the piece through first and then takes the viewer through each part of the song. The names of the chords and bars are provided. The verse and the chorus pieces are split to provide the viewer with help in fingering, pace, rhythm and timing within each part. The...
How To: Play She Talks to Angels by the Black Crowes on guitar
"She never mentions the word addiction in certain company..." Have any idea who sings that wonderful song? Only the Black Crowes, one of the best rock bands to hang around since 1984 and sell 20 million albums. Learn how to play "She Talks to Angels" by the Black Crowes on acoustic guitar in this two-part guitar lesson video.
How To: Play "Breathe" by Taylor Swift on guitar
"I see your face in my mind as I drive away..." Any idea who sings that? Only the most popular contemporary female musician around right now: Taylor Swift. In this two-part video tutorial, learn how to play "Breathe" by Taylor Swift on acoustic guitar.
How To: Play Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" on acoustic guitar
So you care for music, do ya? In this free video guitar lesson from the Internet's Siggi Mertens, you'll learn how to play Leonard Cohen's oft-covered "Hallelujah" on your acoustic guitar. While this lesson is geared toward intermediate players, beginners should also be able to follow along given a little perseverence.
How To: Make a guitar pick display case
To start off making the guitar pick case, the apparatus you need here is an old CD case, scissors, a pencil, ruler, background design, the guitar picks, blue tack, knife and glue.
How To: Play "Two Is Better Than One" by Boys Like Girls
Big fan of Boys Like Girls? Learn how to play those songs that get your foot tapping in the car! In this two-part acoustic guitar tutorial, learn how to play the song "Two Is Better Than One" by Boys Like Girls on guitar. To go along with the video, you can find the full tabs to assist you here.
How To: Make a guitar pick from credit or gift cards
Reuse an expired credit or empty gift card to make a guitar pick instead of buying a brand new pick. You will need a pick, nail file (or sandpaper), card, and sharp scissors. Each card will probably yield about four or five picks. With a pen or Sharpie, outline your pick onto the card, centering it around whatever design or logo you want on the pick. Then, cut out this shape with your scissors. With the file, go back and file down the edges so that they are smooth, making sure that all sides ...
How To: Play a basic version of "Silent Night" on a guitar
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to play the classic Christmas carol "Silent Night" on the acoustic guitar. This video provides all the string movements and order that the notes are played in in order to execute the song. This video contains voice narration and a visual demonstration for viewers to easily understand and follow along. This video is at a slow pace and has step-by-step instructions. This video will benefit those viewers who play the acoustic guitar and would like to lea...
How To: Build your own guitar maintenance stand
This video explains how to build your own guitar maintenance jack. This helps when you change a lot of strings and do other maintenance work. It starts with an old roller stand and uses the bracket to apply just a piece of wood. It is adjustable, which makes it very handy to adjust the height of your guitar. On top of the block of wood, attach a vice with corked pads and a layer of glued leather to get a grip on the guitar. This allows you to put your guitar at any angle by bracing either the...
How To: Play "Handlebars" by Flobots on the violin
In this video our musician friend is trying to teach the viewers how to play "Handlebars" by Flo bots on the violin . This proves to be quite a special lesson because it consist in using your finger from your right hand to pinch the chords of the instrument . He is showing us the best technique to use and the correct notes to sing this difficult song . After following the instruction of this step by step video , you will have a whole new vision regarding this rare way of playing the violin . ...
How To: String a nylon-string acoustic guitar
In this tutorial you are inside a music store. From the beginning you are told stringing a Nylon string guitar is different than other guitars. You start by removing the old string from the machine head. You thread the new string through the head towards you. You will need to loop two times over and under and hold both ends of the string in place. As soon as the string is tight you can bring the end that is in the back over and through the main part of the string. Once the new string is in pl...
How To: Use slides on your blues guitar
The slide is used a lot in Delta Blues or any kind of blues on the guitar. So if you're not sure what slide you should get or the different strings that are suited for guitar slides, this video will explain everything. So watch this guitar lesson to learn how to use slides on your blues guitar. Explore a little bit about the slide guitar, different slides, and different strings.
How To: Play "Stairway to Heaven" on your acoustic guitar
There are few greater additions to your guitar playing vocubulary than Led Zeppelin's "Stairway to Heaven." This instructional video demonstrates how to play the classic rock song with a few easy steps. Legend has it, that if you play the song perfectly Jimmy Page himself will appear out of thin air and jam with you--not really, but this acoustic guitar lesson is still very much worth your while.
How To: Play Shuffle Rhythms on a Blues Guitar
Learn some Delta Blues, specifically, some shuffle rhythms in Delta Blues. This two-part blues lesson will give you the gist of playing shuffles on your blues guitar. This is a great beginning lesson, an exploration of the blues shuffle.
How To: Play "Bottle Up and Go" on guitar
Start learning how to play the Delta Blues! This video lesson covers a lot of information for beginner blues players, so check it out. In this tutorial, learn the song called "Bottle Up and Go" (standard tuning), which has been done by many musicians.
How To: Play Zeppelin's Stairway to Heaven on acoustic guitar
Led Zeppelin's famous song "Stairway to Heaven" is totally worth learning. Whatever the social function there's bound to be a group of folks who get down on jamming with those familiar chords. This video tutorial demonstrates how to play "Stairway to Heaven" on an acoustic guitar in a clear and simple manner, so grab your six-string and head striaght up those stairs to acoustic heaven.
How To: Play the major chords on an acoustic guitar
In this video, you will learn how to play the major chords on an acoustic guitar, including A, B, C, D, E, F, and G. First, you will be reminded to tune your guitar before playing these chords, which is important. You will be shown each chord, one after the other, and told the correct finger placement and exactly how to play them. With one camera showing the whole guitar and how the presenter is playing, you can also see a separate angle showing a close-up of the fretboard, and the position o...
How To: Play "Eleanor Rigby" by The Beatles on guitar
This video is an acoustic guitar lesson from yourguitarsage. In this video, he teaches you how to play the song "Eleanor Rigby" by The Beatles. He begins by showing you which chords you need to know to get started on learning the song, and demonstrates them for users who may be still learning. He then moves on to the progression of the chords through the song, teaching you the intro, verse, bridge and chorus parts of the song. The C, E minor, and variations of the E minor chord are taught in ...
How To: Play "Dreaming of You" by the Coral on guitar
TboneWilson1978, brings you this acoustic guitar video lesson, which teaches you how to play the song "Dreaming of You" by The Coral. He begins by showing you which chords you need to know to play the song, and demonstrates how to finger them. He then moves on to the progression of the chords through the song, and the strum pattern he uses to play it. With help from this video, even a beginner guitarist will be playing this song in no time at all.
How To: Play "The Importance of Being Idle" by Oasis on guitar
This video is an acoustic guitar lesson from TboneWilson1978. In this video, he teaches you how to play the song "The Importance of Being Idle" by Oasis. He begins by showing you which chords you need to know to get started on learning the song, and demonstrates how to finger them. He then moves on to the progression of the chords through the song in the verse and the chorus. The A minor, E, E 7, F major 7, C, B7, D minor, G, and F chords are taught in this lesson.
How To: Play "The Man Who Sold the World" by Bowie on guitar
If you want to learn how to play David Bowie's "The Man Who Sold the World" on the acoustic guitar, follow the steps in this video tutorial by TboneWilson. Tbone begins his tutorial with the introduction showing what strings to strum and what techniques to use. He then takes us through the various verses and chorus first strumming the strings, and then playing them at the correct tempo of the actual song. Follow the steps in this video to learn how to play "The Man Who Sold the World" on the ...
How To: Play Beatles "I Should Have Known Better" on guitar
This video is an acoustic guitar lesson from TboneWilson1978. In this video, he teaches you how to play the song "I Should Have Known Better" by The Beatles. He begins by showing you which chords you need to know to get started on learning the song and demonstrates how to finger each of them. He then moves on to the progression of the chords through the song. With the help of this video you will be playing this song in no time at all.
How To: Play "Up the Junction" by Squeeze on acoustic guitar
For Squeeze fans who want to learn how to play "Up the Junction" on the acoustic guitar, follow the steps in this video tutorial. The video shows what strings to strum and in what order to be able to play the song. The steps even show you which finger to place on what string if you don't know what the chords are. You don't have to know how to read music in order to learn how to play Squeeze's "Up the Junction" on the acoustic guitar.
How to Play The Beatles: "You've Got To Hide Your Love Away"
In this video TboneWilson1978 shows us how to play The Beatles "You've Got To Hide Your Love Away" on guitar. He first clearly explains to us each chord and the order they go in. He then plays the whole verse after explaining the chords. He does the same for verse two and the exact same for the chorus. He demonstrates some of the trickier chords to play. The chords you need to know for this song are E A D G Be, G, Dsus4, Fadd9, C, D, D/C, D/B, D/A, Dsus2.
How To: Play "Love Me Do" by The Beatles on guitar
This video is an acoustic guitar lesson from TboneWilson1978.In this video,he teaches you how to play the song "Love Me Do" by The Beatles. As always he starts you out by showing you which chords you need to know to get started on learning the song,and demonstrates how to finger them. He then moves on to the progression of the chords through the song in the verse and the chorus. With the help of this video you will be playing this song in no time at all.
How To: Play "Breathe" by Taylor Swift on acoustic guitar
In this acoustic guitar video lesson, brought to you by Ways Linn, she teaches you how to play the song "Breathe" by Taylor Swift. She begins by showing you the chords you need to know to play the song, breaking them down and demonstrating their fingering on the fretboard. She also breaks down and shows you the strum pattern she uses to play the song to help keep you in time. This easy to follow tutorial will have even a beginner ready to play this song in no time at all.