Lisa McCormick

Using folk strumming techniques learned in the Acoustic Strumming Step-by-Step tutorials, this classic folk ballad also features a fun new challenge: a melody solo you can blend...

This fingerstyle instrumental uses skills you've learned in Acoustic Fingerpicking, Step-by-Step. Enjoy learning this piece - and don't worry - you don't have to sing a single...

In Acoustic Strumming Level 2, we build on the foundation created in Level 1, and move into the Classic Must-Know Strumming Pattern that underlies much of folk, rock, pop,...

Let's start with the basics of strumming, and then teach you to strum in a variety of keys, tempos, and time signatures. Along the way, you'll learn to play 10 songs! A solid...

This traditional ballad is a lot of fun to learn to play, with a great little acoustic melody solo and upbeat strumming technique. The story is great too. They really had it out...

In this collection of lessons, Lisa McCormick is the guest host for the GT channel and teaches you tips and tricks on using a partial capo, suspended chords, and a special holiday...

Jorma Kaukonen started here. Taj Mahal, and Keb' Mo' too, plus dozens of other acoustic blues masters. Even if you're new to fingerpicking, this tutorial will walk you...

In this tutorial we'll work together to speed up your chord changes along with a steady beat, in six keys commonly used in guitar music: D, A minor, G, C, E, and A. We'll use a...

You wouldn't head out for a 10k run without doing some stretches and warm-ups first, would you? Same thing with guitar. Wake up your finger muscles with these simple warm-up...

Welcome to the Guided Practice Routine for Beginners. Here, you can practice right along with me, and I'll guide you the whole way. This tutorial is divided into 5 stations. For a...

This tutorial takes you step-by-step through how to play the original acoustic strumming song "Levitate", by Lisa McCormick. This includes the chords and strumming, tips and...

Learn to play a fingerstyle version of this traditional Christmas Carol, using a fingerpicking pattern in 3/4 time that you could sing with. And if you're a more advanced player,...

In this tutorial, we'll take an overview of the whole tune. We'll talk about working in 3/4 time, and how to count ourselves in to this tune. I'll give you some tips and tricks to...

In this tutorial, we'll take an overview of the whole tune. We'll talk about working in 6/8 time, and how to count ourselves in to this tune. I'll give you some tips and tricks to...

Lisa McCormick teaches you two complete versions of this song in this tutorial; one of these is played in an acoustic-rock strumming style, and the other is a fairly advanced...

In this tutorial, Lisa McCormick will teach you the acoustic song "Hammer and a Nail" as made famous by the Indigo Girls. Lisa will first tune you in to the big picture, then...

In this series of lessons, Lisa McCormick will take you through everything you need to know to play "Baby, I Love Your Way" as made famous by Peter Frampton. She'll start with the...

In this tutorial I'll map out a 10 point practice strategy for growing your guitar skills. I'll start by giving you an overview of the entire "map", then the ten point strategy:...

In this tutorial, we'll take a note-for-note look at how to play the beautiful traditional tune, "Oh Danny Boy". We'll look at all the various elements of the song and how to play...

Cil Chais is an ancient melody that comes to us from the hills of Ireland, with all their mist and magic. This relatively uncomplicated acoustic fingerstyle version incorporates...

In this tutorial, we'll learn and apply a basic 4-step fingerpicking pattern to the bluesy American traditional classic, "St. James Infirmary". We'll also learn a more advanced...

Bass runs and other easy ornamentations give your strumming a very country-ish flavor. In this tutorial, you'll learn a variety of runs, and apply them in a variety of time...

The so-called "Ghost Strum" is an essential component of country style guitar strumming. Learn to incorporate this important skill into your country chops.

This tutorial presents four versions of the song. For beginners, a basic strum-and-sing version is included, as well as a single-note melody solo. For intermediates, we combine...

Using folk strumming techniques learned in the Acoustic Strumming Step-by-Step tutorials, this classic folk ballad also features a fun new challenge: a melody solo you can blend...

You wouldn't head out for a 10k run without doing some stretches and warm-ups first, would you? Same thing with guitar. Wake up your finger muscles with these simple warm-up...

Now that you have mastered the 4-Step Pattern, let's take things to the next level by adding variations of that pattern to create full-measure classic patterns. Along the way,...

This fingerstyle instrumental uses skills you've learned in Acoustic Fingerpicking, Step-by-Step. Enjoy learning this piece - and don't worry - you don't have to sing a single...

This tutorial is the graduation ceremony for Acoustic Fingerpicking, Levels 1-8. Learning to play this tune will draw on skills you have learned in the previous levels, and give...

Get your love beads on and learn to play this fun and easy classic. We opted for a simple approach to this song, so we'll be delving into a solo guitar version by Janis Joplin. ...

In this tutorial I'll teach you the first level of acoustic fingerpicking. We'll get started with a basic four-step pattern, then learn how to change chords with it. We'll then do...

Lisa McCormick gives you a complete tour of this classic 70s hit by Cat Stevens, guiding you through the song form and chord structure, strumming rhythms, signature riffs, and the...

Why can some people just pick up the guitar, and play a song they've never played before in their lives, seemingly by magic? Turns out the 'magic' starts with a very simple...

Let's ramp it up yet again by taking fingerpicking patterns in 4/4 time, and combining them to create interesting song arrangements. Learn a secret tone-mellowing technique, and...

Welcome to Acoustic Fingerpicking, Intermediate Level. In this set of lessons, we'll build on the skills learned in Acoustic FIngerpicking for Beginners, Levels 1 through 6....

In this series of lessons, Lisa McCormick will take you through everything you need to know to play "Baby, I Love Your Way" as made famous by Peter Frampton. She'll start with the...

Welcome to Acoustic Fingerpicking Step-by-Step, Level 2! In the Fingerpicker's Goldmine featured in this tutorial, you'll find over a dozen ornaments and fancy tricks you can play...

In this tutorial I'll map out a 10 point practice strategy for growing your guitar skills. I'll start by giving you an overview of the entire "map", then the ten point strategy:...

In this tutorial we'll take a look at a wide variety of ways to play the classic party song "Happy Birthday", from very basic to rocked-out reggae. This is the the most...

This traditional ballad is a lot of fun to learn to play, with a great little acoustic melody solo and upbeat strumming technique. The story is great too. They really had it out...

In this tutorial we'll work together to speed up your chord changes along with a steady beat, in six keys commonly used in guitar music: D, A minor, G, C, E, and A. We'll use a...

This versatile warm-up exercise can easily be adapted for beginner through advanced players. It is also equally useful on acoustic and electric guitars, and relevant for players...

In this tutorial, we'll learn and apply a basic 4-step fingerpicking pattern to the bluesy American traditional classic, "St. James Infirmary". We'll also learn a more advanced...

In this tutorial, we'll take a note-for-note look at how to play the beautiful traditional tune, "Oh Danny Boy". We'll look at all the various elements of the song and how to play...

In this song tutorial Lisa McCormick will teach you the parts to "The First Cut Is The Deepest". You'll learn the acoustic intro, verse arpeggio, chorus, some "ear candy", and do...

Jorma Kaukonen started here. Taj Mahal, and Keb' Mo' too, plus dozens of other acoustic blues masters. Even if you're new to fingerpicking, this tutorial will walk you...

Now that you have mastered the 4-Step Pattern and full measure variations in 4/4 time, let's take a look at new patterns in 3/4 time and 6/8 time. Along the way, you'll learn to...

Lisa McCormick teaches you two complete versions of this song in this tutorial; one of these is played in an acoustic-rock strumming style, and the other is a fairly advanced...

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In this lesson we'll do a quick run-through of some more of the basic guitar skills that will come into play in learning the songs in this series.

This version of the Sloop John B uses the slow-stroke variation of the classic rhythm pattern to create a bit of an Island Music feel for the song. THE SLOOP JOHN B (G)We...

Folk music is music "of the folks". In other words, traditional folk songs have evolved over time and throughout cultures. There is generally no one known author for a traditional...

In this lesson we'll do a quick run-through of some of the basic guitar skills that will come into play in learning the songs in this series.

AMAZING GRACE (John Newton 1725-1807) A-(G) mazing (G) Grace, how (C) sweet the (G) sound That (G) saved a (G) wretch like (D) me (D) I (G) once was (G) lost, but (C)...

This lesson features an up-close slow-motion view of the melody solo for this song.

This condensed lesson presents 2 versions of the classic carol, "What Child is This?", also known as "Greensleeves". First, we'll take a look at a fingerstyle arrangement you...