Basic Tuning
that should be played on each string. A "0" represents an open string--it rings but is not fretted. The first chord is G, then C, then D.)
E----------3---------------------0---------------------2----------------------------------- B----------0---------------------1---------------------3----------------------------------- G----------0---------------------0---------------------2----------------------------------- D----------0---------------------2---------------------0----------------------------------- A----------2---------------------3--------------------------------------------------------- E----------3------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Take some time to learn to play these chords. Work on switching between them without too much hesitation. It will seem awkward at first, but with a little practice, your fingers will begin to know where they need to be automatically.
I hope you have fun with these chords. In the future, we will look at some songs that can be played using only these three chords! For the next installment, we will be taking a look at the life of one of the greatest, if not THE greatest, guitar players to ever walk the face of the planet. Until then, have a Merry Christmas, and practice, practice, practice!
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