Introduction to Guitar with Sara Landeau
Introduction to Guitar with Sara Landeau
Whether you have an electric or acoustic guitar, learn the basics of guitar with phenomenal educator and guitarist Sara Landeau of the Julie Ruin.
Topics include chords, strumming patterns, fingerpicking and a song that you can start playing right away. This course will get you on track to playing your favorite songs!Topics:
00:17 - Introduction
00:56 - Parts of the guitar / background of the guitar
05:15 - Strings on the guitar and tuning
08:43 - The action of a guitar
09:51 - Rhythm
10:09 - Fingerpicking basics
16:28 - Finger/fret exercise
18:47 - Strumming
19:57 - Notes and chords
21:41 - The A chord
26:02 - How to practice
28:52 - Getting to know your guitar
30:24 - The E chord
35:14 - Strumming from E to A
39:26 - The D chord
42:37 - Putting chords together
47:49 - Tablature
52:25 - Other chords to learn
55:02 - Summary
Sara Landeau
Sara is the co-songwriter and lead guitarist of The Julie Ruin and the touring guitarist with Bikini Kill. Hello guitarists! If you are looking for a specific time or date that is not listed, feel free to reach out (email here). My schedule shifts every few weeks, and new timeslots often open.