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• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: Getting Started
• Method 2 of 3: Learning Chords and Notes
• Method 3 of 3: Playing the Guitar
• Tips

If you are interested in learning a new instrument, playing acoustic guitar is a great choice. With some rudimentary knowledge of guitar mechanics, you can learn to play your favorite songs in no time.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Getting Started

1. 1 Pick your own guitar. While you already know you want to learn acoustic guitar, there are many things to consider. Find the size and price that suits you.
   • Refrain from buying cheap acoustic guitars as they are usually poorly made. They are very difficult to play on. Generally, look for guitars that cost at least $ 300. They have better quality and better sound than cheap guitars.
   • Look for a guitar that has a close spacing between the neck and strings.Long distance means you have to push harder on the strings, which can be painful and difficult for beginners. Buying a low-string guitar will make playing easier and more enjoyable.
   • Always buy wooden guitars. While you can occasionally find acoustic guitars that are made of composite material, their sound is not as good as classic wood acoustics.
   • Avoid size ¾ guitars, even if your hands seem very small. The sound of a guitar of this size is inferior to a full-size guitar, and with practice, even a very small person or child can play a life-size guitar.
   • If you are left-handed, be sure to buy a dedicated left-handed guitar. Otherwise, all the strings will be in reverse order for you.
   • Don't be afraid to use an old or used guitar instead of buying a new one. As long as the guitar is in good condition and has a good sound, there is no problem playing it.
2. 2 Learn the parts of your guitar. Before you start playing, it is important that you understand all the basic parts of the guitar. The large parts - body and strings - are easy to learn, but make sure you also know all the small parts.
   • The neck of a guitar is the long, narrow part of the guitar where the strings are strung. It is attached to the body. The flat place where you press the strings is called the neck.
   • The head is the wood at the end of the neck where the tuners are located. This is where the strings end.
   • The grooves are thin metal stripes that cross the neck. Lad is the space between two sills. The first fret is closest to the head, and then they are closer to the body of the guitar.
   • A stand is a metal or plastic part on the body of a guitar to which strings are attached. This is where you attach the new strings.
   • Study the strings. The most massive and lowest sounding string is called the E (E, the sixth string). The fifth string is called A (in English - A). The fourth string is called D (in English - D). The third string is called G (in English - G). The second string is called B (in English - B). The first, thinnest string is called E (in English - E).
3. 3 Tune your guitar. Before you start playing, you need to make sure your guitar is in tune. If the guitar is out of tune, then your music will not be enjoyable. Even if you are buying a brand new guitar, you should always make sure it is in tune.
   • To tune your guitar, rotate the tuning pegs on the guitar headstock. They change the tension on the strings, which changes the pitch.
   • Always start tuning your guitar from the lowest note and continue to the highest. Since the thicker string doesn't detune that much, you should always start with the sixth string (E).
   • Buy an electronic tuner to help you find the correct notes. The tuner compares the notes with the samples and shows the deviation.
   • Tune your guitar using a piano or synthesizer. These instruments remain slim for many years and are reliable to tune. Play the sound on the piano and on the guitar string and rotate the peg until you get the same sound.
   • Try using an online tuner or guitar tuning computer programs that play the correct notes to tune.
4. 4 Develop the correct posture of your hands and body. Once you have tuned your guitar, find the correct hand and body position to play. It is best to learn to play while sitting in the beginning.
   • Place the guitar on the knee of the striking hand. If you are right handed, then this is the right knee. Try placing your right foot on a stand for a comfortable position.
   • Hold the neck of the guitar so that it rests on your thumb. Your fingers should be on the surface of the bar.
   • Keep your shoulders, elbows, and wrists relaxed.

Method 2 of 3: Learning Chords and Notes

1. 1 Learn the basic notes. The first step in playing guitar is learning the most important notes.While having a note diagram is helpful, you can learn some of the basic notes by paying attention to the strings and frets.
   • To play the F (F) note, place your index finger on the low-E (sixth) string at the first fret.
   • To play the C (C) note, place your index finger on the B (second) string at the first fret.
   • To play the A # (A sharp) note, place your index finger on the first fret on the A (fifth) string.
   • To play the D # (D sharp) note, place your index finger on the first fret on the D (fourth) string.
   • To play the G # (G sharp) note, place your index finger on the first fret of the G (third) string.
2. 2 Study in C major. Play a C major chord by placing your index finger on the B string at the first fret, your middle finger on the D string at the second fret, and your ring finger on the A string at the third fret.
3. 3 Learn in A minor. Play an A minor chord by placing your middle finger on the D string at the second fret, your ring finger on the G string at the second fret, and your index finger on the B string at the first fret.
4. 4 Play a G major chord. Place your middle finger on the A string at the second fret, your ring finger on the low E string at the third fret, and your pinky finger on the high E string at the third fret. ...
5. 5 Play an E minor chord. Place your middle finger on the A string at the second fret, your ring finger on the D string at the second fret.
6. 6 Learn the D major chord. Play a D major chord by placing your index finger on the G string at the second fret, your middle finger on the high E string at the second fret, and your ring finger on the B string at the third fret.

Method 3 of 3: Playing the Guitar

1. 1 Study the fight. Once you know how to play notes and chords, the next step is to teach you how to hit the strings. The fight is fairly straightforward and can be done in a variety of ways. Strike with your right hand quickly on the strings near the stand and in the open space to create a loud sound.
   • You can use your fingertips, nails, or a guitar pick - whatever you want.
   • There are many different patterns of striking, but in one of the most basic strikes you strike your hand up and down the strings at a fast pace, while in the other you only move your hand in one direction.
   • When you play a chord, don't feel obligated to play all the strings. Instead, you can only play the strings you want.
   • Don't worry about crisp striking until you learn how to play chords well. It is better to play slowly and play accurate chords than to play fast but play the wrong notes.
   • Plucking strings. Plucking individual strings is a little more difficult for beginners. Practice pinching until you have developed some good basic playing skills.
2. 2 Exercise at a slow pace. Rhythm will come with practice and it is very difficult to get a good rhythm at first. When you learn chords first, you can pause repeatedly to get your fingers in the correct position, and that's okay. But keep fighting to keep your music playing.
3. 3 Play real music. Although it can take time to mix chords and stripes, the best way to practice is to play songs that you know. Many beginner books contain children's songs, but you can learn popular songs for more fun.
   • “Country Roads” (John Denver), “Last Kiss” (Pearl Jam) and “Ring of Fire” (Johnny Сash) are pretty light songs that you may have heard over the years.
   • When you feel a little more comfortable playing the entire song, search for some of your favorite songs online.
   • Search online for tablatures to learn how to play your favorite songs on the guitar. They will tell you the chords you need, and some sites will show you how to play one chord or the other.
4. 4 Exercise daily. The most important thing is to practice regularly. This will help you get used to placing your hands, playing rhythm, and learning new songs.

Tips

• It is quite difficult to play at first, so practice every day for about 15 minutes a day and you must learn constantly.
• Use a sheet music stand so you don't waste time looking for sheet music or charts.
• Despite the pain in your fingers, do not stop exercising. Take short breaks as needed to get over pain.