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Very good stuff. My son was recently told to not have his thumb wrapped around the neck. I told my son to ignore the 'expert' and do whatever works. This is a perfect video from a great instructor. Everyone has their own style.
Playing F chord is easier if you use your thumb on bottom (thick) E string. My tutor gives me lots of tips that require me to use my thumb. However, other times, my thumb is best placed at the back of the neck. Depends what I am playing…and how I play it. Hope your son does very well.😊
Agreed. I find I have to get my thumb right over the top for certain chords. Other chords the thumb needs to be at back of neck. Depends on the chord shape and shape of hand required. C major needs (for me) to be right over top. It helps curl my fingers and avoid touching other strings.
Mmm... my guess is, if your son was told this, it's because he doesn't have a ton of experience playing and it shows. It's okay to take advise from others, even if the person giving advise doesn't have a ton of experience themselves. While there are certainly times where the thumb will wrap around the neck naturally, it is extremely important to have good technique. Generally having a thumb wrapped around the neck is not good technique and it can easily make playing harder than it needs to be.
@@x86G I agree with this, also depends on what guitar you're using. If you're using a classical guitar or a guitar with a similar neck to a classical it's not easy to put your thumb over at all and it's better to have it at the back of the neck. But for acoustic and electric especially do whatever works. I have large hands so my thumb is almost always over the top on the electric.
One of the best tutorials that I’ve ever seen! This kind of info is rare to see on most teacher type channels. It is however such a valuable set of skills to highlight. Thanks so much!
The first guitar teacher always told be the thumb should be around half way on the neck, never over like you show, so I can see now thanks to the video, it would help my playing by doing exactly what you showed
Yes, this is great. More like this. I love the way you de-mystify everything, especially for those of us who are almost-intermediate players. That awkward stage of knowing a whole slew of chords but only from the 5th fret down!
Do whatever feels comfortable. Ive been a music teacher for 4 decades. Do what feels right. And learn intervals and theory. Theory is like having a tool box when working on a car.
As a predominant electric guitarist, I generally place my thumb on the back of the neck and it’s easier for me to change open chords freely that way when I do play acoustic
I find that a lot of pressing down too hard can come as well from the quality of the guitar they're playing, pretty much all beginner guitars can be horrible to play and you have to try way harder. A lot of tension in the hands comes from that as well
It's a common excuse... From what I've seen and taught there are plenty of beginners with good guitars that still have way too much tension in fretting hand. Plus, experienced guitarists can play almost any guitar without their hand tiring.
I have wondered if that's part of the problem as well. Because if I do it Andy's way and go until I *just* get sound out of the string, it's already at the point of being painful. I can't seem to find any way to touch the strings lightly and get any sound out of them at all. :/
@@SpaceNinja321 if it's pain in the fingertips that just gets better over time, it helps when you improve on practicing efficiently and not holding chords for longer than necessary. If it's aching from too much tension it could be hand position, keep in mind it's possible to sufficiently press enough to play most chords without even touching the back of the neck.
I found out that having a your guitar set up by someone who knows what they’re doing makes all the difference in playing… Saddle, Nut height & truss rod. I wish I knew this years ago.
I just happened across a couple of your videos today. I am just a beginner and very glad to be able to learn about these things early on. My first reaction was like, what? You can actually do those things?
Love your videos and insights andy great stuff been playing/practicing for 16 months or so now, any chance you could do more videos like these that show specifically where to play each chord further down the neck? Tia bro 😁
just been practicing that A - G change 5:40 for almost an hour nonstop, my neighbours must hate me now. I've noticed myself going faster and faster. I only cut my gel nails yesterday. Havent played in years, stuck at the beginner phase.
Great video! The one finger A chord is, of course the easiest major barre chord. I've been using it but never thought of it that way. Very helpful.. Also the one finger barre on the first, second and third strings is the easiest minor barre chord.
Thank you very much for this video! I have been learning guitar mostly through learning chord shapes and some songs which use these chords, so it has been quite a bit of patchwork there. These tips are invaluable, and I hope to learn more!
Thanks for what you do. Ive watched a lot of different people for different ideas. But the way you show things. It just works and sticks better for me. Considering ive desired to play guitar more properly. I see the results and its inspiring.
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My first 'beginner' guitar had strings that were miles off the fret board, so I was always pushing down very hard. Fortunately I stayed with it and wasn't put off! I hear Andy is selling very good beginner guitars, so you may well get a better experience if you are starting off!
I just made a big oooooooooohhhhh! Now I understand. I needed to see this video right now. You just solved a couple things I've been missing. Thank you.
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Great video, I struggle with my fingers slightly touching the next string which causes it to mute parts of the chord. Any tips on avoiding that? (Hopefully that made sense lol)
I had/still have the same issue. It depends on what chord I am playing. For example C major. If I have my thumb over the top of the neck and grip a bit firmer, I find it curls my fingers more meaning I'm not touching other strings. Other chords thumb needs to be right at back of neck. Just play about with fretting hand position.
Quality of guitar makes a big difference tho with the amount of pressure you need to apply, specially when you are beginner , you tend to get a cheaper guitar, and what they mostly have in common, is high action, which is a nightmare. The most important thing you can do is get that action down. Pro guitarist tend to have better guitars and is set up properly
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I suggest keep it to centre of fret - that way there is less risk of tuning issues. Especially on the B. Each to their own and guitars are different. Great tutorial though thank you.
Probably is that beginner guitars have high action bc they're are cheap and cheaply made. Pressing hard is a necessity, unfortunately. Look at the action on Andy's guitar compared to an off the rack $200 guitar.
Thanks for your feedback on this video, more to come!
You can also find my online courses (free and premium) plus my exclusive livestreams on my website here, it's great! www.andyguitar.co.uk/
Very good stuff. My son was recently told to not have his thumb wrapped around the neck. I told my son to ignore the 'expert' and do whatever works. This is a perfect video from a great instructor. Everyone has their own style.
Playing F chord is easier if you use your thumb on bottom (thick) E string. My tutor gives me lots of tips that require me to use my thumb. However, other times, my thumb is best placed at the back of the neck. Depends what I am playing…and how I play it. Hope your son does very well.😊
Tell the “expert” to watch Tommy Emmanuel and pay attention to his left thumb
Agreed. I find I have to get my thumb right over the top for certain chords. Other chords the thumb needs to be at back of neck. Depends on the chord shape and shape of hand required. C major needs (for me) to be right over top. It helps curl my fingers and avoid touching other strings.
Mmm... my guess is, if your son was told this, it's because he doesn't have a ton of experience playing and it shows. It's okay to take advise from others, even if the person giving advise doesn't have a ton of experience themselves. While there are certainly times where the thumb will wrap around the neck naturally, it is extremely important to have good technique. Generally having a thumb wrapped around the neck is not good technique and it can easily make playing harder than it needs to be.
@@x86G I agree with this, also depends on what guitar you're using. If you're using a classical guitar or a guitar with a similar neck to a classical it's not easy to put your thumb over at all and it's better to have it at the back of the neck. But for acoustic and electric especially do whatever works. I have large hands so my thumb is almost always over the top on the electric.
One of the best tutorials that I’ve ever seen! This kind of info is rare to see on most teacher type channels. It is however such a valuable set of skills to highlight. Thanks so much!
The first guitar teacher always told be the thumb should be around half way on the neck, never over like you show, so I can see now thanks to the video, it would help my playing by doing exactly what you showed
Yes, this is great. More like this. I love the way you de-mystify everything, especially for those of us who are almost-intermediate players. That awkward stage of knowing a whole slew of chords but only from the 5th fret down!
Wow I am a Pro and I did it even realise! Thank you so much! 😎🎸🤠
3:39 I was literally struggling to do that change for a song and this video came out today! Thanks alot Andy!
Definitely looking forward to the follow up video on this one.
Do whatever feels comfortable. Ive been a music teacher for 4 decades. Do what feels right. And learn intervals and theory. Theory is like having a tool box when working on a car.
Yes, do what feels right but be mindful to avoid injuries.
As a predominant electric guitarist, I generally place my thumb on the back of the neck and it’s easier for me to change open chords freely that way when I do play acoustic
I find that a lot of pressing down too hard can come as well from the quality of the guitar they're playing, pretty much all beginner guitars can be horrible to play and you have to try way harder. A lot of tension in the hands comes from that as well
It's a common excuse... From what I've seen and taught there are plenty of beginners with good guitars that still have way too much tension in fretting hand. Plus, experienced guitarists can play almost any guitar without their hand tiring.
@@guycollishaw1957 I agree. Another factor that may alleviate the tension is to use a lighter string gauge.
I have wondered if that's part of the problem as well. Because if I do it Andy's way and go until I *just* get sound out of the string, it's already at the point of being painful. I can't seem to find any way to touch the strings lightly and get any sound out of them at all. :/
@@SpaceNinja321 if it's pain in the fingertips that just gets better over time, it helps when you improve on practicing efficiently and not holding chords for longer than necessary. If it's aching from too much tension it could be hand position, keep in mind it's possible to sufficiently press enough to play most chords without even touching the back of the neck.
I found out that having a your guitar set up by someone who knows what they’re doing makes all the difference in playing… Saddle, Nut height & truss rod. I wish I knew this years ago.
I just happened across a couple of your videos today. I am just a beginner and very glad to be able to learn about these things early on. My first reaction was like, what? You can actually do those things?
Great video man.. Really great tips.. Wish someone had done this kinda video before.. so helpful..
I really enjoyed this video, I've only been playing guitar for a year now and this was an eye opener for me. Great video!
You are a gifted teacher man. Not all great players can do that. Thanks
Thanks Andy.
Thank you Andy! Your videos are the best ! Took your beginner and improver courses and loved them. Plan to Continue with next lessons soon
Love your videos and insights andy great stuff been playing/practicing for 16 months or so now, any chance you could do more videos like these that show specifically where to play each chord further down the neck? Tia bro 😁
just been practicing that A - G change 5:40 for almost an hour nonstop, my neighbours must hate me now.
I've noticed myself going faster and faster. I only cut my gel nails yesterday. Havent played in years, stuck at the beginner phase.
Great video Andy very helpful 👍
That was a great lesson, would love more like this thanks
Another great video Andy.👍👍👍
Brilliant advice Andy thanks 🙏
this helps a lot. thank you very much !
Great video! The one finger A chord is, of course the easiest major barre chord. I've been using it but never thought of it that way. Very helpful.. Also the one finger barre on the first, second and third strings is the easiest minor barre chord.
Brilliant !! , One of the best videos I've seen, very very helpful, Thank you.
Very helpful advice, also often overlooked is make sure your guitar is set up properly. ( makes it easier on the fingers) thanks Andy
Really helpful. Thanks!
I was actually surprised to see that i do all of so i guess i,m maybe finally getting there.....feels good and sounds better too !
Love Andy 🙂 Exactly 💯
Really enjoyed this video Andy Thanks 🎸
hey... Thank you very much...
Thank you, Andy. You have identified the crux of many beginner issues (me). Cheers.
every day l watched ur video to practice, thanks for ur video,, 🥰
Thank you very much for this video! I have been learning guitar mostly through learning chord shapes and some songs which use these chords, so it has been quite a bit of patchwork there.
These tips are invaluable, and I hope to learn more!
Really good advice here, great vid 👏
You could use the thumb to play the bass note too, like D/F#
good spoken , i was forget it
Me getting happy because I'm doing everything the "pro" way.
Been a beginner for 2 years now and your video has switched something on in my head! Thanks Andy👍
Thank you so much ❤
Thanks for what you do. Ive watched a lot of different people for different ideas. But the way you show things. It just works and sticks better for me. Considering ive desired to play guitar more properly. I see the results and its inspiring.
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Thanks Andy, haven’t seen you in a while ! 👍
Really great video. More please of this CAGE way of moving around the neck. Love your videos.
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Hi Andy , u r very good teacher.. and I want to say one thing.. u look like captain rip hunter in dc’S legends of tomorrow
great video, let's us beginners realize that it doesn;t have to be so difficult! We can do it!
Thanks bro
Thank you!!
Very helpful information. Wish you had been around when I was first learning guitar. Well done!
My first 'beginner' guitar had strings that were miles off the fret board, so I was always pushing down very hard. Fortunately I stayed with it and wasn't put off! I hear Andy is selling very good beginner guitars, so you may well get a better experience if you are starting off!
Hey I love to see your guitar and ukulele curse I Think when i see your videos it`s so eaiser to learn an instrument😊 keep doring The good videos
There is no way I can wrap my thumb over. Not even close, wish I could. Thank you for the lesson.
A video with good advice, really helpful. Thanks Andy.
Yesss, future video!
Will you please make a video of chords which pros uses.. thank you...
What I'm hearing is there's a scam in telegram ??
Excellent way to explain and show different techniques🙏🙏
Over looked fundamentals seldom taught..thx
I have small hands so find it hard to get the reach i need especially for power chords. It is getting easier though.
Brilliant instruction…thank you!
Love the video Andy, this is going to help me massively in my next stage of progress
Excellent lesson Andy. Yes more like this please. Thanks
I just made a big oooooooooohhhhh! Now I understand. I needed to see this video right now. You just solved a couple things I've been missing. Thank you.
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love the way you explain stuffs...
Good work
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Please make a video on playing songs with matronome and improve timing
This guy is so good!!!
Thank you! That was really helpful.
Nice One
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thank you for sharing your knowledge
Great video, this was very helpful to me 😀
Thanks, Andy great tips!
Very practical and helpful! Thank you!
Wow! Thank you!! 🌻
Love vids like this👍
The all purpose passing chord
My hands are small so i cant even get my thumb over the neck. Any tips for small fingers?
"beginners vs prurrrrs" - love Andy's accent!
Thank you so much. It is nice.
Really useful
Great video, I struggle with my fingers slightly touching the next string which causes it to mute parts of the chord. Any tips on avoiding that? (Hopefully that made sense lol)
I had/still have the same issue. It depends on what chord I am playing. For example C major. If I have my thumb over the top of the neck and grip a bit firmer, I find it curls my fingers more meaning I'm not touching other strings. Other chords thumb needs to be right at back of neck. Just play about with fretting hand position.
@@arnoldpinklesweet3296 oooh ok, thanks for the tip 👍
Quality of guitar makes a big difference tho with the amount of pressure you need to apply, specially when you are beginner , you tend to get a cheaper guitar, and what they mostly have in common, is high action, which is a nightmare. The most important thing you can do is get that action down. Pro guitarist tend to have better guitars and is set up properly
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can you please do a tutorial for boca by dreamcatcher
Thumb over the top is difficult for me cos I'm missing part of my 3rd finger meaning I have to adapt how I play.
For a few of these, make sure you grow your hands to the proper size first!
Good video 👌🏽
Pls make a video on just an illusion by Julia
"Waiting on the chord to change" by Me
Thank you
line without a hook song please 🙏🙏🙏
Oh Christ that Top E or B string is out of tune and I'm sitting here grinding my teeth at the D to A😣
In my opinion playing the "all strings open chords" is an error
Yeh I’d say if anything it’s something that beginners do that pros avoids, it just sounds awful
I was taught this by my guitar teacher. As a beginner it helped me no end.
68th 😒
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I already have gorilla grip for playing i would practice more lighter..
I suggest keep it to centre of fret - that way there is less risk of tuning issues. Especially on the B. Each to their own and guitars are different. Great tutorial though thank you.
Anybody got any tips for playing barre chords with a non functioning pinky ?
A shape barre chords can be played with just the 1st and 3rd finger only, with the 3rd finger barring 3 strings.
Probably is that beginner guitars have high action bc they're are cheap and cheaply made. Pressing hard is a necessity, unfortunately. Look at the action on Andy's guitar compared to an off the rack $200 guitar.
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How come your 'andy guitar' has no pick guard when mine has?