Viewer Suggested Tips for Older Beginners #1 | Tom Strahle | Easy Guitar | Basic Guitar
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1. From Tim Campbell - Check out "Axis of Awesome" for a humorous yet instructional video of the simplicity of some music...
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2. From David LaFerney - sing with yourself
3. From Jim Merritt, George Berrill and Kingstumble - if your fingers are too cramped try a wider necked instrument.
4. From Alaina Spencer - a classical guitar has a wider neck AND softer, easier-on-the-fingers nylon strings
5. From Tom M and Mark Castelletti - try capoing up a few frets where the frets are closer together. Move the capo down as you progress. Mark suggests that you tune down as you capo up.
6. From Gortagnan - keep your fretting nails short.
7. From John Montgomery - Study with a good guitar instructor.
8. From Sunny's Gadget Reviews - try something new, a new chord or scale, every day or week. Keep adding to that knowledge and skill set.
9. From Gary Fuller Sr. - for late night, considerate practice get an electric guitar. Unplugged of course.
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One of the things I like about Tom is that he isn't trying to show off like so many others. His intent is to actually help us learn how to play the guitar. Good on you, Tom, for keeping your ego out of your teaching videos!
Your not alone. I am 72 and I just bought my first guitar. I bought a Jammy and I can reach all the strings. My husband has several guitars but I bought this for me.
I'm 63 and started playing at age 7. Grew up in Memphis TN in the 60s- early 70s, surrounded by fabulous music and musicians -- many I grew up and went to school with who went on to great careers. Had a couple of moderate strokes that severely affected my left hand and my brain signals to my hands and quit for about 10 years. Got back into it as "therapy" for chronic pain, depression, and combat PTSD (I spent many years in the Army.) Like Harry Chapin sang, "Music was his life, it was not his livelihood. He didn't know how well he sang [or played] it just made him whole." I strongly agree!
I’m right there with you- I’m gonna be 70 y/o in Nov. Like you… 4 years military . Enlisting in ‘70-75 … and I come from an “ALL” military family… I was able to do so with my best friend , on the “system buddy” system and besides ; We knew that any further education would have to be on our own.GOD only knows our parents couldn’t pay for it ‼️Sooo , we went in to get the G.I bill….. I became a Medic-&- he went into
radar and eventually Air Traffic Control ! But , I got a an all expense paid trip to Vietnam /1 year!!! The thing we were trying to avoid‼️We figured they would just keep using the “Nat. Guard & Draft , but 1st year just straight out of basic for me ‼️ I came back and started school- UAB… I’m in Alabama . Got my degree and went to Nursing School !! I didn’t know there was such a thing as a MALE NURSE‼️Sorry for rambling about that ‼️
NOW , the bug has hit me and after many attempts in the past , I want to try to at least learn to “strum” a little bit ‼️ So you hang in there and I’ll do the same ‼️ I know I’m probably not suppose to write a long post here but just wanted to let you know know , YOU ARE NOT ALONE. I have to barrow a guitar to try to practice-hahaha…‼️
… I envy the people that do these videos- they get free stuff to critique all the time !! I’ll get my own , someday ,🤷🏼♂️‼️
LOL- I know I should have gotten one before I retired (17-18yrs ago)
Good Luck , my friend !
Richard- take care 🇺🇸!
Mom got me a guitar when the Beatles came to America, it took me this long to actually get serious. I tell those I know, "I may not become another Clapton, but learning guitar may ward Alzheimers off a bit. Thanks
one of the best thing I did in my life is...starting to learn guitar...ehmmm at 73! Never too late and each small step gives much satisfacton!
Thanks Tom! I'm 65 and started 18 months ago. I learned the hard way that setting up your guitar is the first thing you should do. It makes it so much easier to play. If you are handy at all you can do it your self. There are many articles and videos on the web that show you how to do it. Although I'm progressing slowly, I see this as a life long journey.
I just picked up my daughters guitar and never played before or now the notes I have always wanted to learn how to play I am 55 years old now and lOVE to learn. Love music in August 2019 i am going to see KISS for my first time so excited
I am thrilled to have found this site! I am 61 yrs old and just picked up the guitar again after 30 years. Kids are off at college and I now have the time, inclination and focus to learn to play again. You are all so inspiring and Tom you are an amazing teacher!
Tom, your tips are very inspiring for the "old" beginner. I am 59 years old and I am going to take out my acoustic guitar from the case .... and finally learn to play for pleasure, because I love music, guitar sounds in particular. I write from Poland and I am waiting for your next lessons .Kind regards
Love your channel Tom. Lots of good tips and advice on technique. Keep up the good work!
For an older guy like me
Stretching my fingers before practice
Has helped my chord change transitioning ✌🏼🌈👍🏽
This is one of the best and most informative videos I’ve seen on RUclips in years! Touching on some topics and ideas that are usually overlooked! Greatly appreciate it!
Thank you so much. That is really my goal. To fill in some gaps.
great tips thank you so much.
Great information, thank you for sharing.
Thanks for a great vid Tom! I'm 56 and coming out of lockdown my church has asked me to join them on the guitar - your tips have been really inspiring to get me strumming again - back to basics every now and then never hurts. My 5 minutes every day usually ends up being a lot longer. God bless and greetings from the African plains :-)
great advice first time round was in a hurry, wrong way to go. taking time building tip callouses to easier make playing chords. Love the capo tip I have big not as nimble fingers and this is great and tuning tip.
Thanks Tom... Great help for this beginner... Cheers from Portugal
Never been to Portugal. Was just in Barcelona. Someday.
Class of 61 again. I work on the electric. Got ham strung on the strings being almost a half inch at the body of the guitar. I would plug in an amp, when I was alone at the camp. One of the issues was not knowing it needed to be set up correctly. Got that info from a builder here on YT University. Thank YOU.
Great tips
Thanks 👍🏽
Awesome tips. I'll be sharing this with our Veterans guitar voulunteer program.
I just want to say thank you. This is the best guitar serries I've found since I picked up guitar and started teaching myself. I wish I had found you sooner.
Very nice of you to say. Spread the word!
Hello Tom, your tips are very usefull. Thank you !
Great tips! Especially the one about telling the teacher what you want to learn. I've seen so many people waste time and give up because of a teacher teaching twinkle twinkle, when the guy wants to play Guns n Roses stuff! Also setting goals and trying something new each week. That's how I did it and still do. Great video!
Keep it up, enjoying immensely!
Great tips!
Thanks, I'm struggling with learning banjo ( lesson 4yrs) now guitar, (2 month). Have a great instructor, and it's relaxing, whether singing or practicing
Plus 69yrs
Tom this is a useful series. I've been playing for about 55 years. I haven't taught guitar for years and am getting a new student this fall so I wanted to check the tips you were offering. I like what you've been doing here. Thanks.
I also have a video I did about getting students. Check it out.
Thank you sir I enjoy your time with me I'm older than you and a lot of injury's to my hands but I enjoy my guitar time so much I may never learn to play but I'm working hard to I'm having problems changing chords right now but I'm working hard at it again thank you for taking your valuable time with me and so many more
great tips, great channel. Thanks.
Too helpful to beginners. Thanks Tom.
So glad Pablito.
I have used tip 9 a LOT in the past. A corollary to that is to get a cheap amp like those tiny Marshall amps, and plug in a set of headphones! In case you need some overdrive! :)
What a very good idea ;) Speaking of which ... I've just found a complete package of guitar, amp & accesories at Dawsons, Liverpool for a very affordable price. Must investigate further.
Yay! Just found you. i took lessons a year ago, lots and lots of theory. but when I went home, I couldn't replicate what we did in the 30 minute session. Also, my guitar is too big for me. I am looking forward to practicing 5 minutes a day and exploring smaller guitars.
Nice to watch
Thank you for doing this!
Great presenter with good information found this site by accident but now I subscribe.
I got a Stetson from Texas because I feel the county music in my soul and I want it to connect with my attire! I am almost 56 and I bought an Epiphone AJ220 sce and am looking forward to learning to play country and Kansas songs.
Every guitar you use in your videos is mouth watering! Some stunning pieces
Mostly players. Not very valuable but usable. Thanks!
Looking forward to the video on barre chords - its a barrier. And thanks for your great entusiasm while teaching us :-)
My tip would be to do your own set up, lots of videos showing how. Seasonal tweaking is necessary if you live in a region with cold winters and humid summers.
Excellent. Thank you.
You're welcome.
Excellent video, beautiful old Martin guitar
Thanks so much. And thanks for watching.
I’m 52 and have taken up guitar after many years. There’s a RUclips video by a guy called dancetech that’s really good. It’s called “ Learn to play guitar the fastest way- the busker technique 1”
Hi tom, thanks for the great tips, im getting my first guitar tomorrow, im 56 years old, i guess you could say im a late bloomer, i now have time to practice, thank you.
Subbed. I like your tips, your genuine manner, and your friendliness.
Wanted to say something mean right now to be funny, but couldn't think of anything, only proving your point. Thanks Jenny!
So glad I came across this channel, I had no idea bleeding fingers are not normal during the learning process.
really happy with your videos
I'm glad you're happy!
Great video.. Thank you!!
You are so welcome Judy!
Old beginner here. Thanks for this!
Hi Tom LUV ur Gats , playing and tips , Awesome mate!
Thank you John.
Thanks Tom!
Hi Two shots here , really dig ur show , and LUV ur Guitars as well as the Playing and advice ! Cheers
I bought a smaller Martin and I love it. I play two or three times a day so much easier on my shoulder compared to my yammy. I classical guitar I bought when I was 16. I play better when I sing along. Great videos. Just turned 65 on Saturday and having fun all over again!
Thanks for watching!
i really like that you focus on older players, i'm 33 myself and just started playing guitar
GefahrenHorst23 that's not old lol
great job, thanks
Thank you!
Not sure how I found you, sitting on the right side of my youtube search?? How Ever, you are just right for me. My mom got me a
Even while he is just sitting there talking, Tom's hands scream "expert guitarist." Every time he subconsciously grabs the neck, his fingers just automatically fall into a chord shape :)
Good teaching, Tom- like our style...
once your a little familiar with a few chord shapes try playing with your eyes closed and see if this relaxes you
Wow was so impressed on your old guitar n sounds incredible. I have a 1960 rather cheap Kent guitar. Plays rather good also. Though I'm not a guitar player myself, just trying to get into it now some.
I am a trol..... yaaaaaaaa sunshine now I am a rock. Good videos. Thanks. Your 5 min a day tip is a great tip that I found helpful. I recommend getting a tenor ukulele. I got one for an unexpected Christmas present last year. It really helps my guitar playing. Since it is smaller it’s easier to bring places. I recommend the Outdoor Ukulele. They are a high quality plastic and They are very durable (I am not affiliated with them in anyway other than a customer). I am more likely to take it places or outside.
Haha, thanks Josh.
Am I glad I found this channel !
I am as well.
Great Video and the tips from Your subscribers are excellent.I really like the tune down and capo up idea.I am going to check out the Long Hair video's too.Lol
Tom, Thanks so much for the beginner videos. Please keep them coming. Regards, Peter (1961 human).
I’m the same vintage.
More vids along these lines would be appreciated by an old fool like myself! Thanks so much.
You saw this one right? ruclips.net/video/CkU-qerFLpc/видео.html
I Just bought an Ibanyez left handed guitar at a pawn shop in Round Rock TX for $!65.00. I,m 62 yrs old and this is my first guitar.
Awesome. Have fun!
Hey Tom, my Dad was born when that guitar was born. Yep 94 years young. Unfortunately he had to give up playing due to a stroke. I just picked up my guitar at 60 and really enjoy it. However, due to my Fibromyalgia my fingers hurt real quick so no more than 45 min playing. Also the Fibrofog makes it hard to learn things. I put Extra Lt strings on and that has helped quite a bit. I started on nylon but that hurt worse than steel. My 2cents plain. Really liking your vids. Keep playing.
I'm 54, and deal with FM too - it's awful stuff. I've had it since my latter 20's. See if your doctor can prescribe diclofenac gel. It's a topical NSAID, and you'll put it on your shoulders on down to the knuckles. It's helpful. But sometimes I still have to put ice on my wrists afterwards. It takes tons of repetition to commit lessons to memory. People who don't deal with this disease, have no clue how debilitating it truly is. Hang in there.
if you try the electric get a small amp with a headphone jack and a set of headphones and you can still here it and not bother anyone
Hi Toby. I found a GREAT little Mini Headphone Amplifier by Monoprice for around $11-$12 bucks on Amazon. Most run $40 or more so this was a great deal. The one I bought is with distortion, which is adjustable from nearly clean to heavy metal distortion. That way, if I don't want to use my Laney tube amp or even just my 15 watt Digitech DG15 I can, both have a headphone jack, but this just makes it easier. The batteries seem to last months.Still use headphones, but it's really convenient. The price was way more than reasonable compared to many other mini amps I've seen. You can even run pedals through it if you're so inclined.
Love your video! Beautiful Martin! Also, love the concept of singing along with the chords! I'm a beginner. I only currently know 6 chords but I think that's great advice. 😉 I live about an hour from the Martin guitar factory in Pennsylvania and took the tour about2 weeks ago. It was really interesting seeing how they make them! Anyway, thank you for this great video.
Awesome. I haven’t done that tour yet. But I did do the Taylor one twice.
And now I’m here to troll you... haha. Great video and a beautiful guitar, which I was already thinking before you told its story. Lovely tone!
My biggest problem is that once you get G, C, D, E, A, Am, and Em there are so many songs available that I'm not practicing F and B barres enough to quickly transition to them
yes, that is an insurmountable problem
Tom ur great buddy...
"You only need to know 4 chords to be able to play thousands of songs." I know 6 chords already but it takes me forever to switch between them, it would take an hour to go through an actual song lol. But, no pressure, I'm just enjoying the process.
Re: classical vs acoustic, I got a classical just because I like the sound more but it turns out the wider neck is perfectly comfortable for my long thin fingers, so it's a win on all levels. I mmmmay want to get an electric too because this is so addictive and want to be able to do it at late hours too.
Careful. It is very addictive.
I'm surprised no one suggested using a metronome. You can download a metronome and set it on the lowest beat that you can where you can play each note or chord cleanly. Increase the beats gradually until you're playing it at full speed.
True. I mention it all the time. I will do a video specifically on the subject, Maybe two.
Great tips and information. I like the idea of not getting into specific songs, I like to show students the similarities in songs so they learn to look at the progression and not get stuck on the little details. I think the one progression was m6, M4, M1, M5 (like Em, CM, GM, and DM). I see that one is so many songs it's ridiculous and of course the old 12 bar blues will get you almost every Johnny Cash song written :)
Very true.
I think your an awesome guitar teacher bruh! There is a beautiful song called "wildflower " by new birth I've always wanted to learn it on guitar can u please give a tutorial on it for me, the simplistic way. Thanks still a beginner good therapy due to a car accident I was left pretty much in physical disabilities thanks playing my guitar has been my motivation 👍🏻
Best p.o.v. on melody attainment.
Ha ha... great stuff, Tom !!! Witty, human and helpful (64 years-young/former surfer/notch above 'Beginner')
But I need to say one thing, should I... maybe not, yes, I will... no, it's all been said before... but yes, I can't hold this back anymore !!!
SMALL HANDS !!! Arrrrrrgggghhh !!! :)
I don't know if you saw this video I did recently - ruclips.net/video/f89kuc9zamQ/видео.html
A lot of us older players struggle with arthritis, so I'm looking forward to your video on barre chords. I've been playing for years and have played barre chords in the past... it's just that when my arthritis is bad, I can't. So any ideas to help with that would be welcome. Thanks for doing what you do! I'm really enjoying your channel.
James Francisco Howdy, I tried Extra Light strings and it has really helped me with Fibro pains as well as upcoming arthritis. The sound isn’t quite what it was with Light or HD Light strings, but the trade off is well worth it. I’m even considering going even lighter like 8 - 40’s or 9’s. Just to see how it sounds and feels. Keep playing.
James Francisco... arthritis..? Take a couple naproxen before you begin playing. I also use a wrist support band on my left hand to key the pain down. There are also some stretching exercises you can do before playing. Good luck and play on.
Robben Ford says he never uses barre chords. You can usually find workarounds - and you don't have to use all six strings every time you play a chord. Think of power chords;
I'm 64 (there's a song there) and have started to get arthritis in my thumb joints which sometimes affects my guitar playing. I take magnesium and collagen and find it helps a lot. It's good for regenerating cartilage tissue so it's good for any joints but especially the spine and the knees. Google it and you'll find loads of info.
Jesper Henriksen funny
great video im just at the basic chords stage but your great at explaining each step to improve my guitar playing thanks steve from England .
Awesome. Thanks for watching.
thanks for your reply ive just started playing at 62 years olfd
Tom, thanks for the shout out and you pronounced my name perfectly. I very much agree with the zero fret suggestion. I added a bone zero fret nut to my Gretsch 5120 and it transformed it into my favorite guitar neck to play.
Looking forward, I don’t have problems with bar chords. Can you play the Chet Atkins finger picking style - the boom chuck? If so, would you consider doing a video on that? I just can’t get the thumb to keep going and be independent from the fingers.
Keep up the great work. I really enjoy you videos.
Sorry I thought I replied to this... Here are 4 videos I did on the Travis picking pattern... ruclips.net/video/2RnVLLnxUOs/видео.html
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Córdoba GK Studio Negra is an incredible nylon guiltar to learn on.. a lot of guitar for the money, and its size makes it portable and it’s neck is similar size to standard steel.. its a lot of fun and comes with giggable electronics
Awesome thanks Han!
Tom Strahle no ur awesome thx for the vidz
I love Stills!! I doubt he would have given up a pre war martin. They all craved the pre war martins.
I didn't believe it either. Needless to say the speculation didn't add value.
Morning Tom. 1959 myself. Ouch! I'm trying hard, wow I soooooo bad. Cheers Paublo.
You got this!!!
I am 79 and I am also trying to learn to play Guitar
im 82 - just started learning today!
Really appreciate you taking the time to do this. Any recommendations on how to compensate for an extremely short pinky?
There might be some tips here you can apply - ruclips.net/video/f89kuc9zamQ/видео.html
Electric guitars are a LOT easier to play than acoustic. To which I'll add, it's very important to try different guitars looking for the most comfortable and playable model for you, personally. One more thing: Beginners don't seem to spend much time learning about strings, and that's unfortunate. Strings vary greatly in the amount of tension they create and in their feel and bending qualities. I always read reviews, visit company Web sites and compare string tension charts when looking for the most comfortable strings for older hands. Great series, Tom, so thank you!
Good point!
Why is electrical easier to play? I agree with you but curious whet that is?
Subbed.
Thanks Tom. Great tips as always. Cathy Bates? Now that you mention it...
Haha, look at my older videos. Oh my.
I was born in 1959, but I look younger though. Your tips are great.
I'm sure you do!
Tom Strahle Thank you.
I want to play, need guitar advice.
Can you put steel strings on a classical guitar which currently have nylon strings on it?
I've done it before, but there may be tension issues. If it's an irreplaceable instrument I wouldn't though.
I cant stop picking the wrong string using a flat pick. I quit using a pick but dont really care for the muffel sound on everything. It's ok for finger picking. What exercise would you recommend?
Of course. Check out - Fingerpicking Lessons ruclips.net/p/PL26iCFfeaNUl7ST5OtoPGqsARiRwmcJt5
Hallo my name is Chris Steyl How do you tune a tone down on your guitar? Will you show it on video. ?
Y'all are kids , I'm 74 yrs old and still tryin to learn to play. Lol
Haha.
Good for you Joseph, theres probably a lot of guys going whew! glad I'm not alone.... Than includes me
Awesome i just started today aged 48,ive been playing ukulele for last 8 years thought i would have a crack at guitar 😀
I'm 63 and right there with you.
I am taking lessons here on Yourself. Today is my first day to play a note. Most lessons go too quick but my husband found the right teacher for me. My husband was trying to teach himself how to play the violin. He could only get so far. Now he is taking lessons once a week and he's expanding his knowledge.
I'm a retired gentleman just learning to play the ukulele. These tips are great! I use an app called ChordTrainer on Android to generate random chords as a drill. I select the four basic chords (C,G,F, and Am) for now. It shows guitar fingering, but I ignore that.
A few thoughts after my wife decided she wanted to have a proper go at learning again with me.
Guitar buying thoughts;
- Like how it looks. Your more likely to keep to hand and want to pick it up if you actually like it visually
- Like how it feels. Your going to hold onto it a lot longer if it feels good tucked under your arm.
- Like how it sounds. If it sounds like a cat being dragged down a chalkboard then who wants that?
- Learn to keep it clean. Not only is a dusty greasy guitar harder to play it's also not good for it or your strings. There's lots of products but a microfibre cloth all over especially the strings and neck makes a world of difference.
Loving the vibe here. I'd set up a nice cheap patreon and see if you can build a good group of people to help you get the most of out this where possible. All the best.
Great tips Matt. I've been told to set up a Patreon but I love doing videos at my own pace and would be afraid the quality would suffer if I had to churn more out to fulfill Patreon obligations.
One aspect for beginners is strength training. Not pumping iron, but you are building up teeny tiny muscles that you have never used much. The harder and more often you work them out the quicker you will see results. No pain no gain.
Suck at bar chords? Work on them hard and often. You won't improve on things you avoid.
As the hard things get easier the easy things become second nature.
Great point. I have a couple exercises up that create more than a little pain I'm sure.
Tom Strahle One has to be careful about damaging the muscles. The tiny muscles in the fingers are not like those large muscles used to "pump iron." Irreversible damage can be done if one persists after one's body, and common sense, tells one to stop.
Learn to hold the pick correctly. I see so many chasing a pick trying to keep control of it in the beginning.
Could anyone please tell me the name of the solo was played in the beginning of the video ( there was just on solo ) I wanna learn to play it
I was just noodling around. A thing most guitar players do. And that's not the name of the song, haha. Maybe someone can tab it out.
@@TomStrahle 😂😂😂😂😂. Thanks for your reply
Speaking of therapy, there is an organization called Guitars for Vets. It helps disabled veterans learn how to play guitar as music therapy, especially good if the veteran has PTSD or other emotional or physical wounds from their service.
Hello Tom just starting out but I can only strum with three fingers. My thumb and pick are useless in my hands. My hands are stiff so this method works for me. Is that wrong.
Not a problem. But keep trying, then if you get the thumb or pick thing down you have more options. But ultimately every guitarist has their own individual technique that works for them.