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Are you a beginner guitar player? If so, then you’re in luck! There are a number of great online guitar resources that can help you learn how to play. In this blog post, I’ll share 10 of my favorite online guitar resources for beginners.
So, whether you’re looking to learn basic chords or want to improve your soloing skills, these resources will help get you started on the right track. Let’s get started!
What is the Best Online Guitar Site?
Some of the best online guitar resources include:
- How To Tune a Guitar
- Online Guitar Tuner
- Guitar.About.com
- Video-Tabs
- Udemy
Of course, there are many other good online guitar resources, too. If you’re looking for free guitar resources online, be sure to ask your guitar teacher for recommendations. And don’t forget – signing up for guitar lessons with TakeLessons is one of the best ways to tap into all the online guitar resources out there, like the video you see below:
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How Many Hours Should You Practice Guitar a Day?
One of the most common questions guitarists ask is how many hours they should practice each day. While there is no hard and fast rule, it is generally recommended that beginners practice for at least 30 minutes per day, while more experienced players can practice for up to 2 hours per day.
Of course, the amount of time you ultimately spend practicing will depend on your goals and commitments. If you are serious about becoming a professional musician, you will need to devote more time to practice.
On the other hand, if you are simply trying to learn a few songs for personal enjoyment, a shorter practice session may suffice. Ultimately, the best way to determine how much time you should spend practicing is to listen to your body and follow your own instincts.
Best Online Resources for Learning Guitar
When practicing guitar, you may want to explore more of what you can do with your favorite instrument. Or maybe you need a little refresher on something you’re working on with your guitar teacher. The following online resources can complement what you are learning before or in your lessons! Take a look below.
1. How to Tune A Guitar
Use this website to learn how to tune a guitar in various tunings like Standard, Drop D, and Drop C, in addition to tuning methods.
2. Gieson Online Guitar Tuner
This great, easy website provides the aural tone in which to tune each string of the guitar in various tunings as mentioned above. This is a great resource to use to train your ear to hear and recognize open notes for various guitar tunings.
3. How to Read Guitar Tablature
Guitar Tablature is a musical notation dedicated to providing a simpler way to interpret notes for the acoustic, electronic and bass guitars. Consequently, this should not be understood as a replacement for learning to read sheet music, but rather a complement that will further your understanding of playing notes on the guitar.
4. Video Tabs
After you’ve understood and learned how to read guitar tab, you can take a look at playing with a few free video tutorials of video tabs, including over 500 lessons in classic and 90’s rock.
5. Getting Started With Playing Guitar
This course is provided in the form of a 2-hour course by guitar teacher Erich Andreas. He helps beginners gain confidence in chord constructions and transitions, an important component in playing the guitar as either a rhythm or lead guitarist.
6. All Guitar Chords
Another wonderful guitar chord resource is All Guitar Chords. With easy-to-read diagrams, All Guitar Chords shows how to structure open position, split position, and barre chords. It also has a really cool tool for learning the chords that make up different scales such as the pentatonic scale.
7. Chord Book
If seeing how chords are made on a virtual fretboard versus merely a chord chart is easier for you, Chord Book will work wonders for you. You can play around with Chord Book’s virtual fretboard and learn how to properly build chords. This resource also has a handy “Strum” option so that you can hear what your chords should sound like, a feature that will help you develop better tonal memory.
8. Ultimate Guitar
In essence, Ultimate Guitar is your one-stop shop for guitar tabs and song chords. Search for a song or artist like it’s Google and watch as it’s filtered by ratings for the most popular guides on the Internet. I use this resource virtually every day for the last decade and it’s only gotten better as the years have gone by.
9. Music Radar
Music Radar is a wonderful guitar resource that includes interviews with music industry professionals and a library of videos on acoustic guitar, bass guitar, amplifiers, song structures, recording advice and more.
10. Master Guitar Academy
In this YouTube channel that I covered previously, Robert Renman offers an education on guitar, all while showcasing an impressive background in music theory.
Best Free Online Resources for Learning Guitar
As you are looking for guitar resources online, the list of the 10 online guitar resources above is a great place to get started.
When it comes to learning guitar, there are a lot of different resources out there. Some people prefer to take lessons from a professional instructor, while others prefer to learn on their own. If you’re looking for the best free online resources for learning guitar, we’ve got you covered.
One great option is the Fender Play website. This site offers lessons for both beginners and more experienced players, and it’s a great way to learn the basics or improve your skills.
Another great option is YouTube. There are thousands of videos out there that can teach you how to play guitar, and you can learn at your own pace.
Finally, don’t forget about social media sites like Instagram and Twitter. There are lots of guitarists out there who are happy to share their knowledge and help you improve your skills.
With so many great options available, there’s no excuse not to start learning guitar today!
Are There Free Guitar Lessons Online?
Many people choose to take guitar lessons online because of the convenience and flexibility they offer. However, one of the most common questions people have is whether or not they can find free guitar lessons online. The short answer is yes, but the quality of these lessons can vary greatly.
If you’re serious about learning to play guitar, it’s important to do your research and figure out which lessons are right for you. There are a number of different factors to consider, such as the teaching style of the instructor, the type of guitar you’re interested in playing, and your own skill level.
With a little bit of time and effort, you should be able to find free guitar lessons online that can help you learn the basics and even advanced techniques.
Now that you’ve gotten accustomed to the guitar a bit, the time is nigh to find your local guitar teacher and learn even more!
If you’re just starting out, there’s no need to spend a lot of money on guitar lessons. These online resources can help you learn at your own pace and get started playing the guitar today. Have fun!
Happy practicing and playing!
Milton J. teaches guitar, piano, singing, music recording, music theory, opera voice, songwriting, speaking voice, and acting lessons in Corona, CA. He specializes in classical, R&B, soul, pop, rock, jazz, and opera styles. Learn more about Milton here!
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