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Learn to Play Guitar from Scratch

Complete beginner's guide with simple songs, interactive diagrams and synchronized playback. No previous experience needed!

  1. Learn basic chords: Start with simple major and minor chords like C, G, D, Am, Em. These chords are used in 80% of popular songs.
  2. Practice chord transitions: The most important thing is smooth transition between chords. Start slowly and gradually increase tempo.
  3. Play simple songs: Use our beginner songs with 2-4 chords. Start at slow tempo and gradually speed up.
  4. Use synchronized playback: Watch chords change to the rhythm of the music. This will help you with timing and rhythm.

Basic Chords for Beginners

Basic Chords for Beginners

These 6 chords are the foundation of thousands of songs. When you learn them, you will be able to play most popular compositions!

Em

6 → 1: 0 2 2 0 0 0

0 2 2 0 0 0

Am

6 → 1: x 0 2 2 1 0

x 0 2 2 1 0

C

6 → 1: 0 3 2 0 1 0

0 3 2 0 1 0

G

6 → 1: 3 2 0 0 0 3

3 2 0 0 0 3

D

6 → 1: x x 0 2 3 2

x x 0 2 3 2

A

6 → 1: x 0 2 2 2 0

x 0 2 2 2 0

Practice chord transitions

  1. The most important thing is smooth transition between chords. Start slowly and gradually increase tempo.
  2. Start at slow tempo and gradually speed up
  3. Use a metronome to maintain rhythm

How to Learn Guitar - Step by Step

  1. Start with simple major and minor chords like C, G, D, Am, Em. These chords are used in 80% of popular songs.
  2. The most important thing is smooth transition between chords. Start slowly and gradually increase tempo.
  3. Use our beginner songs with 2-4 chords. Start at slow tempo and gradually speed up.

Tips for Effective Learning

  1. Practice every day for at least 15-30 minutes - regularity is key
  2. Don't try to learn too much at once - 1-2 new songs per week is enough
  3. Watch your fingers on the diagrams - proper grip is important
  4. Listen to original recordings - learn the melody before chords

Simple Songs for Beginners

These songs use only 2-4 simple chords. Perfect for your first steps!

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View diagrams of all chords

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