I fixed my chord changes by doing one strum rotations between E, A, G, C, D and F. Pushing myself to go faster and faster all the time. It took a 3 hour practice session and very sore fingers to master it. Now I know it I'm finding that learning new chords is much easier as well. Since I mastered it my playing has taken off like a rocket. There is no magic bullet except repetition and hard work. Making your changes more efficient as explained in this video will definitely help.
Excellent explanation especially with emphasis on focus. Simple concepts rushed become future frustrations needing correction (that’s where I made mistakes years ago, currently working on correcting years of bad habits)
Watching this video, and you using the example of crossing a stream and knowing where to step, reminded me of you talking about this several years back in a video and the impact it made in the speed at which I was able to play. Just like taking a trip, or planning anything in life, knowing where you are going and how to get there with the least trouble and efficiently on a guitar will lead to a great outcome. UGS Pro is the tool I use, and it will help get you get where you want to be in learning guitar!
The concept is a good one. Were you intentionaly using your 2nd finger on the A string so that it would be easier to transition to a C chord, or is this the way you normallly play a G? Most chord diagrams have the first finger on the A string for a G. I was just curious. Thanks
I play chords all different ways without thinking too much because it’s automatic now, but I usually play it a certain way because of the ergonomics, so, yes.
This may only work for me, but I may finger chords differently based on the key I'm using. I make my C chord differently in C than in G. That seems to help reduce so many finger movements.
OK, a light bulb moment.. Yes I can finger open chords, yes, I can learn a strum pattern, but can I strum fluidly while changing that chord? NOPE!! So maybe take a back step, forget about strumming and practice the changes (slowly).. I'll give that a try because you can't play any song while pausing to change chords. That said, showing C - G, your not using that standard G and don't have to completely change hand position. Maybe it's as much to be able to choose what fingering suits for the 2 or 3 chord changes..
I fixed my chord changes by doing one strum rotations between E, A, G, C, D and F. Pushing myself to go faster and faster all the time. It took a 3 hour practice session and very sore fingers to master it. Now I know it I'm finding that learning new chords is much easier as well. Since I mastered it my playing has taken off like a rocket. There is no magic bullet except repetition and hard work. Making your changes more efficient as explained in this video will definitely help.
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Thanks so much, I'm having difficulty right now with my power chords, fumbling about between transitions. I'm going to apply this more. 😊
You got this!
Excellent explanation especially with emphasis on focus. Simple concepts rushed become future frustrations needing correction (that’s where I made mistakes years ago, currently working on correcting years of bad habits)
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Watching this video, and you using the example of crossing a stream and knowing where to step, reminded me of you talking about this several years back in a video and the impact it made in the speed at which I was able to play. Just like taking a trip, or planning anything in life, knowing where you are going and how to get there with the least trouble and efficiently on a guitar will lead to a great outcome. UGS Pro is the tool I use, and it will help get you get where you want to be in learning guitar!
Love it! Thank you for sharing, Dwight.
Great metaphors.
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The concept is a good one. Were you intentionaly using your 2nd finger on the A string so that it would be easier to transition to a C chord, or is this the way you normallly play a G? Most chord diagrams have the first finger on the A string for a G. I was just curious. Thanks
I play chords all different ways without thinking too much because it’s automatic now, but I usually play it a certain way because of the ergonomics, so, yes.
This may only work for me, but I may finger chords differently based on the key I'm using. I make my C chord differently in C than in G. That seems to help reduce so many finger movements.
Yes, very wise. Economy of movement.
"Ain't nobody got time fo that..." Continues untying the finger knot...
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What you say here îs common sense. You can not learn any instrument if you do not have your head on your shoulders.😂 Thank you, sir!
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OK, a light bulb moment..
Yes I can finger open chords, yes, I can learn a strum pattern, but can I strum fluidly while changing that chord? NOPE!!
So maybe take a back step, forget about strumming and practice the changes (slowly).. I'll give that a try because you can't play any song while pausing to change chords.
That said, showing C - G, your not using that standard G and don't have to completely change hand position. Maybe it's as much to be able to choose what fingering suits for the 2 or 3 chord changes..
the thumbnail though
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