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How To: Play "Learning to Fly" by Tom Petty
If you want to play "Learning to Fly" by Tom Petty on acoustic guitar you should first pay the chords, F, C, Am and G. These same four chords will be played over and over again to complete the song. The strumming pattern is as follows: When playing F strum down up. When playing C strum up up down. When playing Am strum Down up and finally when playing G strum up up down. You'll want to repeat this through the song. First, you should start out slow then increase in speed with practice. For the...
How To: Play "Miss Independent" by Ne-Yo on guitar
Learn how to play "Miss Independent" by Ne-Yo on guitar, an acoustic guitar tutorial. Follow along with this demonstration, tabs and lyrics here:
How To: Play "Perfect Day" by Lou Reed on acoustic guitar
If you want to play 'Perfect Day' by Lou Reed on acoustic guitar you first need to play an E chord, then go to Am, and repeat this. Now move to a D and crawl up to a G, then play a C and go to F. Move to Dm and play E. When you play the E chord you should play it with your pinkie. After playing the E, you play the last two strings in order and then continue on with the chord progression. If you continue on with this chord progression you will play the song. Listen to the song to get the strum...
How To: Play "Tears In Heaven" by Eric Clapton on guitar
Ballinguy556 shows you how to play "Tears in Heaven" by Eric Clapton. You need an acoustic guitar to begin. You will be learning the main riff. Take your thumb and play the open E string, hammer thumb on E string and then play the open the A string. Then play the A cord bar. Then pluck E, G, E strings. Move your D cord up a step and low E. Play a F cord together and the base next. Then play an open E the same. Then play a D in the same together, base pattern while lowering your index down a h...
How To: Make a three string guitar out of a cigar box
This video will show viewers how to simply make a 3 string guitar using an empty cigar box, a piece of oak, some string, and a few eyebolts. You start with a 1 by 2 piece of oak which is about 3 feet long. First, you should begin by making some markings along one side of the oak, first at 1/2 an inch and then at 1/4 inch spacing after that. Drawing 3 symmetrical lines where the strings should go, drill holes at the intersections of the lines you have drawn. The holes should be made using a 1/...
How To: Play "No Woman No Cry" by Bob Marley on acoustic guita
In this video, we learn how to play "No Woman No Cry" by Bob Marley on acoustic guitar. You will need a C chord, G chord, A minor, and an F chord. These are the only chords you will need to play the entire song. You can add in your own unique lick while you are playing to give the song a personal touch as you are playing. The lick is based off of a G minor chord where you will hit the open A string with your finger off of the strings. Once you finish this, you will complete the song, enjoy!
How To: Play "Freight Train" by Tommy Emmanuel
Learning to play your favorite songs on your guitar is not only a wonderful way of passing the time–and impressing those whom you'd like to impress–, it can do wonders for your technique. In this song tutorial from Siggi Mertens, you'll learn how to play Tommy Emmanuel's version of "Freight Train." While this video tutorial is geared towards intermediate guitarists, guitar players of any skill level should be able to play along, given sufficient commitment. Take a look to get started playing ...
How To: Play "Lua" by Bright Eyes on acoustic guitar
Learn how to play "Lua" by Bright Eyes on acoustic guitar Remember, there is a capo on the 7th fret.
How To: Play "Underneath Your Clothes" by Shakira on guitar
Learn how to play "Underneath Your Clothes" by Shakira, an acoustic guitar tutorial. Follow along with this demonstration, tabs and lyrics here:
How To: Play "Your Universe" by Rico Blanco on guitar
Learn how to play "Your Universe" by Rico Blanco, an acoustic guitar tutorial. Follow along with this demonstration, tabs and lyrics here:
How To: Play "Crush" by David Archuleta on guitar
Learn how to play "Crush" by David Archuleta, an acoustic guitar tutorial. Follow along with this demonstration, tabs and lyrics here:
How To: Make a Homemade Ghetto Guitar from a Cigar Box
Feel the need to rock but can't afford a guitar? Until you are earning a rock star's salary, why not make your very own guitar at home for cheap? In this tutorial, learn how to make a "ghetto guitar" out of cigar boxes that is totally playable.
How To: Turn your guitar into a Tumbi
Learn how you can use your guitar as a tumbi to play Punjabi music with this tutorial. The tumbi is a traditional North Indian, high pitched, single string plucking instrument from the Punjab region. This instrument is associated with folk music of Punjab and presently very popular in Bhangra Music. Watch this how to video and you will be able to turn your guitar into a Tumbi.
How To: Play "Time" by Pink Floyd on acoustic guitar
Want to impress your friends by whipping out your guitar and strumming some of their favorite tunes the next time you are at a party? This guitar lesson teaches you how to play the Pink Floyd song "Time." Once you get a hang of these popular guitar chords and tunes, you can start incorporating them into your own songs. With this how to video and a bit of practice you will be able to play "Time" by Pink Floyd on the guitar. And who knows, maybe soon you can play lead guitar in a rock band!
How To: Play "Goodbye" by Secondhand Serenade on guitar
Learn how to play "Goodbye" by Secondhand Serenade, an acoustic guitar tutorial. Follow along with this demonstration, tabs and lyrics here:
How To: Play "Ka Uluwehi O Ke Kai" on the acoustic guitar
A little slack key tutorial for a popular song. Left hand chords are basic and static, so remember to just keep that right thumb alternating and focus on those right hand picking fingers.
How To: Play "One Thing" by Finger Eleven on guitar
Are you a Finger Eleven fan? You can learn how to play the intro to "One Thing" by Finger Eleven with this guitar tutorial. This tutorial is geared towards intermediate guitarists because some knowledge of guitar playing is assumed. With this how to video you will be able to play and sing along to "One Thing" by Finger Eleven.
How To: Play David Bowie "Man Who Sold the World" on guitar
In this acoustic guitar video lesson, brought to you by GuitarJamz, host Marty Schwarz, will teach you how to play "Man Who Sold the World" by David Bowie, based on the Nirvana version. To begin, you will need to tune your guitar down 1/2 step. As you follow along with him, he teaches you the progression of the chords used in the song, breaking down each part of the song, teaching you the chords and explaining the strum pattern and picking of the guitar riffs.
How To: Play common Delta blues riffs and turnarounds
Popularized by artists like Son House and Skip James, Delta blues is not only one of the oldest forms of blues music, it is among the most stylistically distinct and technically rewarding to play. In this video guitar lesson from YouTube user deltabluestips, you'll learn how to play a number of standard Delta blues riffs and turnarounds. While this lesson is geared more toward intermediate and advanced guitarists, this means beginning players merely have all the more to learn. Get started pla...
How To: Play "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay" on guitar
Want to know how to play "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay" by Otis Redding on the guitar? Learn how with this free video guitar lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, guitarists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing this soul classic on your own guitar, watch this how-to!
How To: Play "Five Years" by David Bowie on guitar
If you are a fan of David Bowie and want to learn how to play his "Five Years" on the acoustic guitar, follow this video tutorial by TboneWilson1978. Tbone goes over what chords to strum for each section of the song and the proper timing. First-time players who are unable to read notes simply have to watch where he places his fingers on the fret board to figure out how and when to play each chord. Follow the steps in this tutorial to learn how to play "Five Years" by David Bowie.
How To: Play "Baby Can I Hold You" by Tracy Chapman on guitar
In this video, Ways Linn demonstrates how to play "Baby Can I Hold You" by Tracy Chapman, in this acoustic guitar lesson. She gives this lesson in both English and French, listing all the chords, and illustrating their fingering, that you will need to know to play the song. This video is fairly easy to follow. Beginning guitarists looking for a new lesson will appreciate this video, as well as Tracy Chapman fans wanting to learn this song.
How To: Play "Mississippi Blues" by Willie Brown
Want to play lead guitar in a rock band? Well, you have to learn how to play the blues first. Most popular rock songs have roots in the blues guitar style of playing. This blues guitar lesson shows you how to play "Mississippi Blues" by Willie Brown. Check out this blues guitar how to video and you will be on your way to playing "Mississippi Blues" by Willie Brown. The next time you are with your friends you can impress them by whipping out your guitar and strumming some of their favorite tunes.
How To: Play "For the widows in Paradise..." by Sufjan Stevens
In this acoustic guitar video tutorial, learn how to play the song "For the Widows in Paradise, For the Fatherless in Ypsilanti" by Sufjan Stevens. There's capo on the second fret. It's a pretty easy song, with only four chords to learn. Practice your acoustic guitar playing skills with this instructional video.
How To: Play "Empty Pocket Blues" by Clive Palmer on guitar
This guitar tutorial video demonstrates some useful chord fingering and fingerpicking patterns for Clive Palmer's song "Empty Pocket Blues", recorded on the Incredible String Band's first album in 1966. It finishes with a guitar and vocal performance of the song, which is played a little faster than the original recording. This video is great for advanced beginners. Play "Empty Pocket Blues" by Clive Palmer and improve your guitar playing skills.
How To: Play "Meds" by Placebo on acoustic guitar
If you want to learn how to play Placebo on the guitar then this how to video is the place to start. With this tutorial you can learn how to play "Meds" by Placebo on the acoustic guitar. This lesson is geared towards intermediate guitarists because it assumes prior knowledge of guitar playing. Watch this how to video and you will be able to sing and play guitar to "Meds" by Placebo.
How To: Play "Blues Licks" in A on guitar
Check out this music tutorial video that demonstrates how to play Blues Licks in A on acoustic guitar. It provides a few tips for beginners. It may be too basic for advanced and intermediate guitar players. Learn how to play "Blues Licks" in A on guitar and improve your guitar playing skills.
How To: Play Davy Graham's "Angi" on guitar
This is a music tutorial video that demonstrates how to play the original, classic version of Davy Graham's "Angi" - also known as "Anji". It concludes with a complete played version of the tune. Check out this instructional guitar playing video to learn how to play the song "Angi" by Davy Graham and improve your guitar playing skills!
How To: Play an easy version of Big Star's "Thirteen"
Want to know how to play a simplified version of Big Star's "Thirteen" on your acoustic guitar? While this free video lesson is best suited for intermediate players, guitarists of all skill levels can play along given a little time effort. For more information, and to get started playing this Alex Chilton classic on your own guitar–a song famously covered by Elliott Smith—, watch this how-to!
How To: Play "Locked in the Trunk" on the acoustic guitar
Want to impress your friends by whipping out your guitar and strumming some of their favorite tunes the next time you are at a party? This guitar lesson teaches you how to play "Locked in the Trunk of a Car" by the Tragically Hip. Once you get a hang of these popular guitar chords and tunes, you can start incorporating them into your own songs. With this lesson and a bit of practice you will be able to play "Locked in the Trunk of a Car" by the Tragically Hip on the acoustic guitar. And who k...
How To: Use two capos on the guitar
Brad Davis explains why he sometimes uses two capos on a guitar. The effect is similar to that of using a drop tuning on the B string. The technique and effect are discussed in detail. He then performs an original tune (demonstrating the use of two capos), "Love You Don't Know".
How To: Play "Supersonic" by Oasis on acoustic guitar
This video is an acoustic guitar lesson from TboneWilson1978. In this video, he teaches you how to play the song "Supersonic" by Oasis. He begins by showing you which chords you need to know to play the song. He then moves on to the progression of the chords through the song, and the strum pattern he uses to play it. The chords you will learn in this lesson are the F# minor 11, A sus 2, B 7, E, C# 7, D, and A.
How To: Play "Strolling Down The Highway" on guitar
Although mainly demonstrational, this video shows you how to play "Strolling Down the Highway" by Bert Jansch on guitar. This video is intended for advanced players who learn easily by watching or listening. Read the useful tips posted below to aid your guitar learning:
How To: Play "Breakaway" by Kelly Clarkson on acoustic guitar
Want to perform an unplugged version of "Breakaway" by Kelly Clarkson of American Idol fame? See how it's done with this free video guitar lesson, which presents a complete breakdown of the song and it chords. While this tutorial is geared toward those who already have some knowledge of the guitar, players of all skill level should be able to follow along given adequate time and effort. For more information, and to get started playing "Breakaway" (sometimes written "Break Away") on your own a...
How To: Play Cascada's "Everytime We Touch" on acoustic guitar
Want to play "Everytime We Touch" by Cascada? See how it's done with this free video guitar lesson, which presents a complete breakdown of the song and it chords. While this tutorial is geared toward those who already have some knowledge of the guitar, players of all skill level should be able to follow along given adequate time and effort. For more information, and to get started playing this Cascada song on your own guitar, take a look!
How To: Practice the finger gym
The finger gym exercise (also known as the slurs exercise) is an exercise for technical development on the guitar. It works every possible finger combination and if you do this exercise regularly you will notice that your hand strength will increase at an amazing rate, making everything easier to play
How To: Play Plain White T's "Hey There Delilah" with Marty
Learn how to play Plain White T's "Hey There Delilah" with this free guitar lesson. This video guide presents a complete, step-by-step breakdown of the pop folk ballad including chords and picking patterns. For more information, and to get started playing this popular tune on your own acoustic guitar, watch this tutorial.
How To: Substitute diminished chords for 7b9ths in jazz guitar
Ready to make your brain hurt? In this free video jazz guitar lesson from Justin Sandercoe, you'll learn about dimished/7b9 chord substitution. In short, if you have a functioning 5 chord, you can substitute a diminished chord (with one of the root notes a semitone above the root). For more information, and to get started using this substitution in your own jazz playing, watch this helpful tutorial.
How To: Play easy slash chords on an acoustic guitar
In this tutorial, we learn how to play easy slash chords on an acoustic guitar. The D/F# base chord is different because your thumb will be touching the strings to make a different sound when the bass comes. If you move your thumb to play the bass note, you will have another way to play this chord. The G/B chord has a few different options to play, where you can place your fingers on the different strings to accomplish different noises while you are playing. By practicing the different variat...
How To: Use fingerstyle guitar patterns for acoustic rock
Playing acoustic fingerstyle guitar for rock music takes practice and muscle memory. Learn to play acoustic rock fingerstyle guitar from a musician in this free guitar video series.