Guitar course for beginners Part 2 Learn the chords (G-Em-C-D)

In the second lesson, we will focus on G, Em, C and D, which are relatively easy to play.

The first lesson was just about tuning, so it feels like we’re finally moving on to playing the guitar.

Just memorize these four chords and There are even songs you can play.

It’s perfectly fine if it takes a while.

Let’s steadily master it.

How to hold a pick

Before you play the chords, first learn how to hold the pick.

In my case, I try to hold it in a position somewhere in between.

There are two general types of picks: triangular and teardrop, but it is best to choose the type you like.

*Triangular-shaped celluloid pick

Pick materials include celluloid and nylon.

The most common pick is celluloid, and many people may use celluloid picks first.

I am one of them.

However, celluloid picks are prone to wear and tear, which may cause a slight disruption in live performances.

There are many musicians who prepare multiple picks and change them each time.

By the way, I use a nylon pick.

*Teardrop-shaped nylon pick

The reason for this is that nylon picks wear slowly, so they don’t interfere with playability much.

The fact that it can be used for a relatively long period of time may also be a factor in increasing favorability (personally).

There are two ways to play the “G” low chord.

There are two ways to play the “G” low chord.

Pattern ①

Pattern ②

This pattern is included in the guitar instruction book.

It is a good idea to remember this pattern as it has the advantage of freeing up your index finger.

In my case, I use it like this.

Em is easy to make sounds even for beginners!

For those who are new to the guitar, Em is one of the chords that is very, very easy to play.

There are three ways to play the “C” low chord.

The first chord I learned was the “C” low chord (pattern 1).

Pattern ①

Pattern ②

In the case of pattern ②, the sound of the 6th string can become muddy depending on how you play, so we recommend combining the following pattern ③.

Pattern ③

If you play with your thumb lightly touching the 2nd fret of the 6th string, it will feel just right.

Remembering mute will come in handy in many.

There are two ways to play the “D” low chord.

There are two ways to play the “D” low chord.

Pattern ①

Pattern ②

It may be a good idea to memorize pattern 1 first, and then practice pattern 2 as well.

Summary

So far, we have introduced G, Em, and C and D as chords that are easy for beginners to work on.

All of these chords include open strings, so I think it’s easy to experience the unique sound of a guitar.

Let’s start by feeling and enjoying the sound.