Guitar course for beginners: learn to play from scratch
A course by Charly Rey , Guitarist, producer and musical director
Learn to play guitar from scratch, discover types of guitars, basic techniques, and how to choose your first song
Discover the fascinating world of guitar from scratch with a course designed for everyone, regardless of age. Learn to recognize and play the main notes of your favorite songs while delving into the fundamentals of this versatile instrument. From classical to electric guitars, you'll explore their differences and characteristics, gaining the knowledge to choose the one that best suits your needs.
With a practical and dynamic approach, you'll develop posture and pick technique, as well as exercises to improve your agility and confidence in playing chords. You'll also be able to identify the instruments in a song and choose the best piece to play for the first time. With dedication and practice, you'll soon be performing melodies and enjoying the music you love. Get ready to unleash your musical potential and embark on an exciting sonic journey.
What will you learn in this online course?
13 lessons & 14 downloads
- 43 students
- 13 lessons (2h 20m)
- 14 additional resources (7 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Students will learn to play the main notes of a song on the guitar, developing basic musical performance skills. This project will encourage consistent practice, improving technique and confidence while playing, allowing them to enjoy and share their music with others.
Who is this online course for?
People of all ages who want to learn to play guitar from scratch, regardless of their previous experience, and who are looking for a practical and accessible way to enter the world of music. All they need is a guitar and the desire to learn.
Requirements and materials
You don't need extensive prior knowledge to get started. All you need is a guitar and a desire to learn. A willingness to practice is key. Regardless of age, anyone can enjoy the musical journey from scratch.
Charly Rey
A course by Charly Rey
Charly Rey is a guitarist, producer, composer, and musical director with over 30 years of experience in the music industry. Originally from Argentina and based in Mexico, he has developed a solid career as a session musician, participating in the recording of more than 500 albums for artists such as Beto Cuevas, RBD, OV7, Yuri, Lucero, Belinda, Alejandra Guzmán, Aleks Syntek, and Ricardo Montaner, among many others.
He has performed in over 1,500 concerts worldwide, appearing on iconic stages such as Madison Square Garden, Azteca Stadium, and Maracanã, before millions of people. He is currently the musical director and guitarist for Beto Cuevas, and leads GENESIS11GUITARLAB, his own studio specializing in guitar production and recording.
His career combines studio experience, live performance and production, constantly evolving within the music industry.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Basic Guitar Fundamentals
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Types of guitars
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Parts of the guitar
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How to tune your guitar?
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U3
Ideal posture and basic technique
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Ideal posture
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Use of the pick and fingers P1
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Use of the pick and fingers P2
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Basic theory of notes
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Chord exercises P1
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Chord exercises P2
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U4
Play a song
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How to choose your first song
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Listening like a guitarist
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FP
Final project
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"Guitar course for beginners: learn to play from scratch"
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