Electric Guitar For Beginners from Udemy

(Updated 2021) This course aims to show a path to everyone who wants to learn guitar and build a solid foundation on the instrument together. I will be there for you during your journey, you're not alone only with the videos.

I created this course to share my 22 years of experience with music and especially electric guitar. During my journey I studied with legends like Greg Howe, Jennifer Batten, Martin Miller and Debbie Davies. I also practiced music theory & music production.During these years I've been on the stage countless times; both small venues and big festivals. I've taught more than a thousand students both face-to-face and online for more than 15 years. With this experience I know common mistakes that most of guitar students make so I can anticipate them and warn you about them even before you make them.

In this course we'll build a solid foundation on the electric guitar. We'll also work on how to apply music theory to your guitar playing to broaden your vision on the instrument. Don't worry, no sheet music will be used :) And I promise you'll love what you can achieve when you learn these concepts.After each topic you learn, there will be an example related to that topic. There are song, guitar melody, guitar solo examples that I prepared for you. I recorded all the guitars, drums and bass guitars with the greatest sound quality. You can mute my guitar and just play over those backing tracks, play the same exercise or try your own melodies. It's about having some FUN. Styles You'll Learn

Pop
Blues
Rock
Hard Rock
Metal

How My Course Is Different Than Other Courses?Besides the 22 years of experience and months spent to prepare this course with highest quality and detail; I use a Video / TAB & Notation integration application. In the resources tab of each lesson, you'll find a link. In that link you'll be able to practice the same lesson video with the TABS played along with the video (and notations if needed). With this application you can:

Slow down or fasten up the videos & tabs (so if you need to practice an exercise slow, you can just slow it down. ).
You can zoom in & out of tabs & video.
You can run the application fullscreen on your tablet, phone and computer. No need to download anything.
If you are left handed, you can rotate the video so you can view the videos like they are played with a left handed guitar.
Lessons are split into sections in this application. So you can jump exactly to the right moment you'd want to listen again.
In examples (songs, melodies & solos) you can mute my guitar playing and just play over the backing track I prepared.

Community & Asking for GuidanceWhen you sign up to this course you'll receive a link to a facebook group. You can join that group and share your performance, ask for feedback and guidance. I'll also be active in that group.You can ask any of your questions on Udemy aswell. So, let's get started and have some fun.

What's inside

Learning objectives

How to play electric guitar
Get to know parts of electric guitar
How to tune electric guitar
Flex & warm up
Practice principals
How to read tableture
Right hand technique
Left hand technique / left & right hand coordination
Easy finger exercises
Scales & major scale explained
Exercises in major scale (includes backing track)
Minor scale
Exercises in minor scale (includes backing track)
Your first 2 guitar riffs (includes backing track)
Note values
Note values read & play exercises
Rest note values
Note values with rests read & play exercises
Dotted note values
Your 1st melody (includes backing track)
Your 2nd melody (includes backing track)
Chords
How to play chords? easy chords & chord transitions
More easy chords & transitions
Even more chords & transitions
Easy strumming patterns
Your 1st song (includes backing track)
Power chords & examples
Palm mute (right hand mute)
Arpeggiating chords & examples
Your 2nd song (includes backing track)
How to play barre chords & examples
Guitar techniques

How to play hammer-on & pull-off / exercises
More hammer-on & pull-off exercises
Slide
Tapping & exercises
String bending, exercises & examples
Vibrato & rake techniques
Pentatonic scales
Minor pentatonic scale & exercises
Sad blues lick in a minor pentatonic scale
Major pentatonic scale & exercises
Chicago blues lick in d major pentatonic scale
Relationship between major and minor pentatonic scales (relative)
Fretboard mastery, intervals and harmonization of major scale
Notes in the guitar fretboard
Intervals on guitar
Harmonizing major scale
Relative major & minor
4 note chords
Maj7 chord
Min7 chord
Dominant 7 chord
Suspended chords
Diminished chords
Hendrix chord (7#9)
12 bar blues
12 bar blues chord progression
Shuffle blues
Minor 12 bar blues
Texas blues & chromatics
Dominant 7 blues
Turnaround melodies
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How to play electric guitar
Get to know parts of electric guitar
How to tune electric guitar
Flex & warm up
Practice principals
How to read tableture
Right hand technique
Left hand technique / left & right hand coordination
Easy finger exercises
Scales & major scale explained
Exercises in major scale (includes backing track)
Minor scale
Exercises in minor scale (includes backing track)
Your first 2 guitar riffs (includes backing track)
Note values
Note values read & play exercises
Rest note values
Note values with rests read & play exercises
Dotted note values
Your 1st melody (includes backing track)
Your 2nd melody (includes backing track)
Chords
How to play chords? easy chords & chord transitions
More easy chords & transitions
Even more chords & transitions
Easy strumming patterns
Your 1st song (includes backing track)
Power chords & examples
Palm mute (right hand mute)
Arpeggiating chords & examples
Your 2nd song (includes backing track)
How to play barre chords & examples
Guitar techniques
How to play hammer-on & pull-off / exercises
More hammer-on & pull-off exercises
Slide
Tapping & exercises
String bending, exercises & examples
Vibrato & rake techniques
Pentatonic scales
Minor pentatonic scale & exercises
Sad blues lick in a minor pentatonic scale
Major pentatonic scale & exercises
Chicago blues lick in d major pentatonic scale
Relationship between major and minor pentatonic scales (relative)
Fretboard mastery, intervals and harmonization of major scale
Notes in the guitar fretboard
Intervals on guitar
Harmonizing major scale
Relative major & minor
4 note chords
Maj7 chord
Min7 chord
Dominant 7 chord
Suspended chords
Diminished chords
Hendrix chord (7#9)
12 bar blues
12 bar blues chord progression
Shuffle blues
Minor 12 bar blues
Texas blues & chromatics
Dominant 7 blues
Turnaround melodies
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Show less

Syllabus

Introduction

Welcome!

Let's get to know the Guitar (Parts Of An Electric Guitar)

How To Tune The Guitar

Flex & Warm Up

Practice Principals

How To Read Tableture

Complete Beginner

Right Hand Technique

Left Hand Technique / Left & Right Hand Coordination

Easy Finger Exercises

Scales & Major Scale Explained

Exercises in Major Scale (Includes Backing Track)

Minor Scale

Exercises in Minor Scale (Includes Backing Track)

Your First 2 Guitar Riffs (Includes Backing Track)

BONUS : 8 Mistake Guitar Players Make

BONUS 2 : Music Scales Explained. How To Master Scales On The Guitar?

Note Values

Note Values Read & Play Exercises

Rest Note Values

Note Values with Rests Read & Play Exercises

Dotted Note Values

Your 1st Melody (Includes Backing Track)

Your 2nd Melody (Includes Backing Track)

Chords

How to play Chords? Easy Chords & Chord Transitions

More Easy Chords & Transitions

Even More Chords & Transitions

Easy Strumming Patterns

Your 1st Song (Includes Backing Track)

Power Chords & Examples

Palm Mute (Right Hand Mute)

Arpeggiating Chords & Examples

Your 2nd Song (Includes Backing Track)

How to Play Barre Chords & Examples

Guitar Techniques

How to play Hammer-On & Pull-Off / Exercises

More Hammer-On & Pull-Off Exercises

Slide

Tapping & Exercises

String Bending, Exercises & Examples

Vibrato & Rake Techniques

Major & Minor Pentatonic Scale. Exercises, Examples, Licks & Solos In These Scales

Minor Pentatonic Scale & Exercises

Sad Blues Lick In A Minor Pentatonic Scale (with Backing Track)

Major Pentatonic Scale & Exercises

Chicago Blues Lick In D Major Pentatonic Scale (with Backing Track)

Relationship Between Major And Minor Pentatonic Scales (Relative)

Your First Guitar Solo (with Backing Track)

Sad Blues Solo (with Backing Track)

Fretboard Mastery, Intervals and Harmonizing The Major Scale

Notes In The Guitar Fretboard

Intervals On Guitar

Interval Workout (with Backing Track)

Harmonizing Major Scale

Relative Major & Minor

4 Note Chords

Dominant 7 Chord

Suspended Chords

Diminished Chords

Hendrix Chord (7#9)

4 Note Chords Song (Includes Backing Track)

12 Bar Blues

12 Bar Blues Chord Progression

Shuffle Blues

Minor 12 Bar Blues

Texas Blues & Chromatics

Dominant 7 Blues

Turnaround Melodies

Minor7 12 Bar Blues Song (with Backing Track)

BONUS : Harmonic Techniques

Natural Harmonic

Tap Harmonic

Pinch Harmonic (Pick Harmonic, Scream, Squeal)

Congratulations

What Now? & How To Connect With Me

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops core guitar skills, including technique, scales, and chords, which are essential for building a strong foundation in electric guitar playing

Taught by Deniz Sayman, an experienced instructor with 22 years of experience and a background in music and electric guitar performance

Utilizes a unique Video / TAB & Notation integration application that enhances the learning experience by allowing for interactive practice and customization

Covers a wide range of guitar styles, including pop, blues, rock, hard rock, and metal, providing a comprehensive overview for aspiring guitarists

Includes interactive examples, such as songs, melodies, and guitar solos, to provide practical application and reinforce learning

Provides a strong focus on developing finger techniques, scales, and chords, which are fundamental to guitar playing

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Electric Guitar For Beginners with these activities:

Review previous guitar lessons or materials

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Revisiting previous guitar lessons or materials can help refresh your memory and reinforce the concepts you have already learned.

Browse courses on Guitar Techniques

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Gather your old guitar lessons or materials.
Go through the materials and focus on the concepts that you need to strengthen.
Practice the concepts and techniques that you review.

Learn or brush up on basic guitar theory

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Reviewing basic guitar theory concepts will provide a strong foundation for the upcoming course and improve understanding of the material covered.

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Review the basics of music notation, including note values, rhythm, and time signatures.
Learn about the different types of guitar scales and how to play them.
Practice constructing basic chords and understanding their inversions.
Study the concept of intervals and how they are used in music.
Apply your knowledge by playing simple melodies and chord progressions.

Practice finger exercises and scales

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Regular practice of finger exercises and scales will improve your dexterity and coordination on the guitar, making it easier to play more complex techniques and pieces.

Browse courses on Scales

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Find exercises that focus on improving finger independence and coordination.
Practice scales in different keys and tempos to improve your fluency.
Incorporate these exercises into your daily practice routine.

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Watch video tutorials on specific guitar techniques

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Watching tutorials can provide visual demonstrations and explanations of specific guitar techniques, helping you to learn them more effectively.

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Identify specific techniques you want to improve.
Search for video tutorials that cover those techniques.
Watch the tutorials and pay attention to the explanations and demonstrations.
Practice the techniques yourself based on what you learned.

Join a guitar forum or online community

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Engaging with other guitarists can provide support, motivation, and opportunities to share knowledge and learn from others.

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Search for guitar forums or online communities.
Join the community and introduce yourself.
Participate in discussions, ask questions, and share your experiences.
Connect with other guitarists and exchange knowledge.

Record yourself playing and analyze your performance

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Recording and analyzing your own playing can help you identify areas for improvement and track your progress over time.

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Set up a recording device.
Record yourself playing a piece or exercise.
Listen back to the recording and identify areas where you can improve.
Practice the identified areas and record yourself again to track your progress.

Compose a simple guitar piece

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Composing a guitar piece will challenge you to apply the concepts you have learned and encourage creativity.

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Choose a style or genre for your piece.
Develop a simple chord progression or melody.
Add rhythmic elements and variations.
Refine your composition and practice playing it.

Volunteer to play guitar at a local event or organization

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Volunteering to play guitar can provide a practical application for your skills and contribute to your community.

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Identify local events or organizations that may need guitar players.
Contact the organizers and offer your services.
Prepare an appropriate setlist and practice your performance.
Perform at the event and share your music with the audience.

Career center

Learners who complete Electric Guitar For Beginners will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Guitarist

The skills you will learn in this course can be useful in a career as a Guitarist. Typical responsibilities include performing music for audiences, recording music in a studio, and collaborating with other musicians. This course will help you build a strong foundation in playing the electric guitar, the study of music theory, and performing techniques. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for a career in the music industry.

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Musician

The skills you will learn in this course can be useful in a career as a Musician. Typical responsibilities include performing music for audiences, recording music in a studio, and collaborating with other musicians. This course will help you build a strong foundation in playing the electric guitar, the study of music theory, and performing techniques. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for a career in the music industry.

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Music Educator

The skills you will learn in this course can be useful in a career as a Music Educator. Typical responsibilities include teaching music to students of all ages, and developing and implementing music curricula. This course will help you build a strong foundation in teaching music. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for a career in the education field.

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Music Teacher

The skills you will learn in this course can be useful in a career as a Music Teacher. Typical responsibilities include training students in musical instruments and techniques, and growing and developing their musical talents. This course will help you build a strong foundation in playing the electric guitar, the study of music theory, and performing techniques. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for teaching in a classroom environment.

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Music Director

The skills you will learn in this course can be useful in a career as a Music Director. Typical responsibilities include overseeing the musical aspects of a production, such as selecting and rehearsing musicians, and conducting performances. This course will help you build a strong foundation in playing the electric guitar, the study of music theory, and performing techniques. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for leading and directing musical ensembles.

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Music Producer

The skills you will learn in this course may be useful in a career as a Music Producer. Typical responsibilities include working with musicians to create and record music, and overseeing the production process from start to finish. This course will help you build a foundation in the technical and creative aspects of music production. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for a career in the music industry.

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Audio Engineer

The skills you will learn in this course may be useful in a career as an Audio Engineer. Typical responsibilities include recording, mixing, and mastering audio for a variety of purposes, such as music, film, and television. This course will help you build a foundation in the technical aspects of music production, such as how to use recording equipment and software. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for a career in the audio engineering industry.

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Composer

The skills you will learn in this course may be useful in a career as a Composer. Typical responsibilities include writing and arranging music for a variety of purposes, such as film, television, and video games. This course will help you build a foundation in the creative and technical aspects of music composition. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for a career in the music industry.

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Songwriter

The skills you will learn in this course may be useful in a career as a Songwriter. Typical responsibilities include writing and composing songs for a variety of purposes, such as film, television, and video games. This course will help you build a foundation in the creative and technical aspects of songwriting. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for a career in the music industry.

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Music Business Manager

The skills you will learn in this course may be useful in a career as a Music Business Manager. Typical responsibilities include managing the business affairs of musicians and music organizations. This course will help you build a foundation in the business aspects of the music industry. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for a career in the music industry.

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Music Critic

The skills you will learn in this course may be useful in a career as a Music Critic. Typical responsibilities include writing and reviewing music for a variety of publications, such as newspapers, magazines, and websites. This course will help you build a foundation in the critical analysis of music. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for a career in the music industry.

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Music Journalist

The skills you will learn in this course may be useful in a career as a Music Journalist. Typical responsibilities include writing and reporting on music for a variety of publications, such as newspapers, magazines, and websites. This course will help you build a foundation in the critical analysis of music. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for a career in the music industry.

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Music Therapist

The skills you will learn in this course may be useful in a career as a Music Therapist. Typical responsibilities include using music to help people with physical, emotional, and cognitive needs. This course will help you build a foundation in the therapeutic applications of music. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for a career in the healthcare industry.

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Music Archivist

The skills you will learn in this course may be useful in a career as a Music Archivist. Typical responsibilities include preserving and documenting music collections, and providing access to these collections for researchers and the public. This course will help you build a foundation in the preservation and documentation of music collections. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for a career in the archival science field.

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Music Librarian

The skills you will learn in this course may be useful in a career as a Music Librarian. Typical responsibilities include organizing and cataloging music collections, and providing reference services to patrons. This course will help you build a foundation in the organization and management of music collections. It provides a comprehensive learning experience that will prepare you for a career in the library science field.

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