Acoustic Style Guitar Course: Level 1
There’s something special about acoustic guitars. The resonance of the wood right up against your ribs is a unique experience. In Acoustic Style Course 1 & 2 you’ll learn this amazing instrument inside and out. We’ll show you how to play guitar in the acoustic style; everything from solid strumming of foundational chords to fingerpicking, chords and melody at the same time to music theory. Begin to master the acoustic guitar in this course. Let's jump in!
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Chapter: 1: It All Starts At The Campfire!
Here in Chapter 1 you’ll learn the basics of strumming, Cowboy Chords, classic guitar chords and different rhythmic feels.
Chapter: 2: Finger Picking: Poor Man's Piano
Let's dig into fingerpicking aka fingerstyle. We’ll take you through the basics and even go next-level. You’ll learn some simple melodies, some finger- strumming and alternate bass notes.
Chapter: 3: Look Right, Then Left, Then Right Again
Let’s kick things up a notch! Here you’ll learn faster strumming and drone style chords. You’ll also be introduced to the Blues and barre chords.
Chapter: 4: Finger Picking Party Tricks
Take your fingerpicking to the next level. In this chapter you’ll learn how to incorporate bass lines, back beat slapping and other new combinations. We’ll also introduce you to Travis-picking.
Chapter: 5: Music Theory In Action
Knowing a bit of music theory will propel your guitar playing. But don't fret! We're talking about new kinds of chords. You’ll learn about chord qualities, some chord anatomy and other aspects like secondary dominant chords.
Chapter: 6: Songs Without Singers
Let's put together everything you’ve learned in Acoustic Level 1 and apply it to various practice songs.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can start by getting a good beginner guitar, finding some online tutorials or apps like Guitar Tricks, and practicing simple chords and songs regularly. It’s all about consistency, so set aside time daily and have fun experimenting with your favorite tunes!
Absolutely! Acoustic guitars are great for beginners because you don’t need any extra gear like amps. Just grab your guitar, strum some chords, and you’re ready to start learning.
It depends on how much time you put in, but in 3-6 months, you can learn basic chords, strumming, and play a few songs. With consistent practice, you'll feel pretty confident within a year.
Yes, 30 minutes is plenty if you practice on your own after the lesson. Use the lesson to learn new techniques, and then spend time at home practicing to really make progress.
You’ll improve quickly! Practicing two hours daily helps you build muscle memory, master chords, and get comfortable playing songs faster than shorter practice sessions.
It depends on your goals. For basic chords and songs, a few months is enough. To get really good, like playing solos or complex pieces, expect a few years of consistent practice.
Neither is “harder”—it depends on what feels natural to you. Guitar has a steeper learning curve at first (ouch, finger pain!), while piano requires learning to coordinate both hands.
Yes, tons of people teach themselves guitar! With online resources, apps, and practice, you can totally make progress on your own.
There are hundreds of chords, but you only need a handful to start. Many songs can be played with just a few basic chords.
The 5 basic guitar chords are C, G, D, A, and E. Master these, and you can play a surprising number of popular songs!
