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Stringing everything together
Hey gang. My daughter and I are having a blast learning all of these new moves and skills, but I’d like some tips from y’all as to how to put everything together to form actual whole songs.
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First, I’m only on week two, so take my experience for what it’s worth.
At this stage I’ve been enjoying playing songs with a backing track.
What I mean:
I find a song with cords I know or want to stretch myself with (something like Ed Sheeran’s “Sing” – Em, Am)
I find either the original or some other video to play along with. (sometimes this requires a capo to find the right key)
I start by strumming only on the major beats (usually 1, or 1&3) to find the chord changes
Then I add a simple strumming pattern
This way I don’t have to know the whole song to be able to play a whole song.
And I can keep adding as I get better.
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@dwgaudetgmail-com Have you done any of the skills levels yet? I would recommend the ‘5Day Guitar Routine Challenge’. It will explain the challenges and how to use them to enhance your guitar journey. @mcarlson_sb is right there is also http:tacsongs.com Lots of stuff to start you on your way. Good luck and have fun.
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TAC is awesome for improving your finger dexterity and technique. For learning songs one of the best sites I know is Songnotes.net – he takes you step by step through learning the chords, strumming patterns etc for beginner to advanced players. Annual memberships are very affordable and gets you access to extra material.
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