Beginner Flatpicking Crash Course: Lesson 1

Introduction & Essential Theory To Get You Started!

This is the section that you may find the least interesting, but is probably the most important! If there is a term, symbol or anything to do with rhythm & basic technique that you are unsure of when you are progressing through each of the later lessons, the information will most likely be found here. Come back to this section often and familiarise yourself with the info as you progress.

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Topics covered in this lesson:

  • #1 Parts Of The Guitar & Tips On How To Hold The Guitar
  • #2 Open Strings & How To Tune
    • Open Strings 1-6: E B G D A E
    • Rhyme from String 1-6: Easter Bunny Goes Dancing At Easter
  • #3 Tips On Holding The Pick & Basic Picking Technique
  • #4 How To Read Tablature, Music Symbols & Rhythm
  • #5 Left-Hand Technique