The Course
Begin your musical journey with the first 10 guitar lessons, designed to build a solid foundation of skills and knowledge. These lessons will introduce you to essential techniques, chords, and strumming patterns, setting the stage for a lifetime of musical growth and creativity. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your basics, these lessons will equip you with the tools you need to confidently continue your guitar-playing adventure.
Feel the satisfaction of progress with each of your first 10 guitar lessons, where every session is crafted to ensure you're not just passively learning, but actively applying what you’ve learned. Picture yourself impressing friends with your guitar riffs, or finally playing that song you’ve always dreamed of mastering. These lessons aren't just about gaining new skills; they're about building the confidence to express yourself through music. By the end of these 10 lessons, you'll not only grasp the core techniques of guitar playing but also know how to apply them in real-world settings, opening up a whole new realm of musical possibilities.
This course is 5 hours of video and has 50 PDF resources.
What will you learn in this course?
- Learn how to tune your guitar
- Learn how to read notes on the staff
- Learn the notes on the neck
- Learn the basics of rhythm w/tab
- Learn to read and strum rhythms from beginner to intermediate levels w/tab
- Learn to strum chord progressions w/tab
- Learn how to play a power chord
- Learn to play a 12 bar blues in E
- Learn how to drop D tune
- Learn how to play a barre chord
- Learn the parts of your guitar
- Learn how to play the basic open chords
- Learn to sight read the natural notes on all 6 strings
- Learn how to read guitar tablature w/tab
- Learn a really easy way to get soloing in major or minor keys
- Learn how to play a blues scale
- Practice power chords with rhythm examples w/tab
- Learn to find any specific note all over the neck
- Learn to play a rhythm in Drop D w/tab
- Learn some cool basic lead guitar techniques
- Learn more than 25 guitar riffs
Curriculum
- Play a D on every string (2:43)
- Rhythm 8 (3:06)
- Strum this open chord progression 6 (3:59)
- Power chord exercise 5 (4:35)
- Lead guitar techniques - bends (7:27)
- Lead guitar techniques - hammer ons (2:26)
- Lead guitar techniques - pull offs (1:58)
- Lead guitar techniques - vibrato (2:50)
- Lead guitar techniques - double stops (2:05)
- Lead guitar techniques - rhythm (2:08)
- Lead guitar techniques - scales (2:04)
- Lead guitar techniques - dynamics (1:34)
- Lead guitar techniques - don't be affraid to fail (3:06)
- Happy Birthday (9:41)
- Silent Night (13:01)
- Star Wars Main Theme (5:43)
- Batman Theme (2:56)
- Hells Bells by ACDC (8:53)
- Fade To Black by Metallica (6:55)
- Day Tripper by the Beatles (6:06)
- Money by Pink Floyd (3:43)
- Enter Sandman by Metallica (2:12)
- Back in Black by ACDC (11:24)
- Layla by Eric Clapton (Derek and the Dominos) (15:00)
- Come as You Are by Nirvana (3:19)
- Beat It by Michael Jackson (3:08)
- I Can't Get No by the Rolling Stones (2:09)
- Sunshine of Your Love by Cream (Eric Clapton) (2:20)
- Oh Pretty Woman By Orbison (1:39)
- Crazy Train small by Ozzy Osbourne (7:08)
- Iron Man by Black Sabbath (2:59)
- Seven Nation Army by White Stripes (2:04)
- La Grange by ZZ Top (12:32)
- Smoke On The Water by Deep Purple (3:00)
- Paranoid by Black Sabbath (3:44)
- Learn a Guitar Riff | Crazy Train (7:28)
- Learn a Guitar Riff | Back in Black (11:24)
- Learn a Guitar Riff | Layla (15:00)
- Learn a Guitar Riff | Paranoid (3:44)
- Learn a Guitar Riff | Day Tripper (6:06)
Your instructor
As an impassioned guitar instructor and the creative force behind GuitArmy, I, Chris Rupp, bring a wealth of experience and dedication to each chord and melody. My educational journey at Berklee College of Music has not only refined my artistry but has propelled me to devote over two decades—24 years, to be precise—to teaching guitar. Connecting with students across the globe through live Zoom sessions and meticulously crafted online courses, I've had the privilege of guiding more than 35,000 individual learners on their musical quests.
My role goes beyond the strings and frets; it's about igniting a fervent love for music in my students. With a vibrant online following that exceeds 300,000, I've crafted a community where aspiring musicians flourish. My commitment to each student's growth is unwavering, and whether you're strumming your very first chord or perfecting a complex solo, I am here to foster your journey towards becoming not just a guitar player, but a true musician with every lesson.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 14 days and we will give you a full refund.