УРОКИ ИГРЫ НА ГИТАРЕ С НУЛЯ №1 | ПЕРВЫЕ ШАГИ

Name: УРОКИ ИГРЫ НА ГИТАРЕ С НУЛЯ №1 | ПЕРВЫЕ ШАГИ
Uploaded: 2021-04-12T16:01:04.000Z
Duration: 1 h 32 min 55 s

Introduction

The instructor introduces the course and explains that it is a beginner's guide to playing guitar. He also mentions that he has a previous theoretical course for more advanced players.

The course is designed for beginners.

There is a previous theoretical course for more advanced players.

Basics of Guitar Posture

The instructor discusses the proper posture for holding an acoustic or electric guitar, including how to position the instrument on your lap and where to place your feet.

Proper Positioning of the Guitar

Place the guitar about 3-5 cm away from your body.

Do not tilt the guitar towards you.

For acoustic guitars, sit with it on your left leg. For electric guitars, it can be placed on either leg.

Use a footstool or adjust your chair height so that your knee is slightly higher than your hip to prevent slouching.

Hand Placement

Rest your forearm on top of the guitar's body near the elbow.

Keep your wrist straight and relaxed.

Fingers should be curved over the fretboard with fingertips pressing down on strings.

Back Posture

Sit up straight with shoulders relaxed and back muscles engaged.

Avoid hunching over or leaning too far back into the chair.

Playing Classical Guitar

The instructor briefly discusses how playing classical guitar differs from other styles due to its unique sound production method.

Proper Positioning of Classical Guitar

Place classical guitar on left leg with neck angled upwards at around 45 degrees

Use a footstool under right foot to elevate knee above hip level

Rest right arm over top of guitar body near elbow

Keep wrist straight and fingers curved over fretboard as usual

Proper Hand Positioning on the Guitar

In this section, the instructor explains how to position your hand properly on the guitar.

Hand and Arm Positioning

Place your forearm on the guitar body for support.

Keep your shoulder relaxed and arm hanging down naturally.

Keep your elbow away from your body and relaxed.

Use your thumb as a pivot point at the back of the neck.

Finger Placement

Place fingers behind fret wire, not directly on it.

Use fingertip or pad to press string down, not joint or side of finger.

Keep fingers curved and close to strings without touching adjacent strings.

Common Mistakes in Left Hand Technique

In this section, the instructor discusses common mistakes made when positioning fingers on the fretboard.

Overly Straight Fingers

Placing fingers too straight can cause buzzing or muting of adjacent strings.

Overly Curved Fingers

Placing fingers too curved can cause discomfort and difficulty playing notes cleanly.

Wrapping Up: Final Tips for Left Hand Technique

In this section, the instructor provides final tips for left hand technique.

Wrist Positioning

Keep wrist straight with minimal bending to avoid strain.

Practice Tips

Start slow and focus on accuracy before increasing speed.

Practice regularly to build muscle memory and improve technique.

Proper Finger Placement and Hand Positioning

In this section, the instructor discusses the importance of proper finger placement and hand positioning when playing the guitar.

Finger Placement

Proper finger placement involves curving your fingers to create a small arc that allows you to cleanly play individual strings without accidentally touching adjacent strings.

Curving your fingers also helps in muting unwanted strings by lightly touching them with the fingertips of your other fingers.

The curved finger technique can also be used to mute multiple strings at once, which is useful for controlling resonance and preventing unwanted noise.

Hand Positioning

The position of your left hand on the fretboard is crucial for producing clear notes and avoiding unwanted buzzing or muted sounds.

The classical hand positioning involves holding your hand at an angle so that your fingers are parallel to the frets, with all knuckles aligned in a straight line.

On electric guitars, players often use a modified hand positioning that involves bending their wrist slightly and rotating their hand so that their fingers are perpendicular to the fretboard. This allows for more flexibility in playing techniques like vibrato.

Controlling Resonance and Unwanted Noise

In this section, the instructor explains how to control resonance and prevent unwanted noise when playing guitar.

Muting Techniques

When playing chords or individual notes, it's important to mute any strings that aren't being played to prevent them from resonating and creating unwanted noise.

One way to do this is by using your fretting hand to lightly touch any unused strings above or below the one you're playing.

Another technique involves using your picking hand to palm mute unused strings while strumming or picking.

Vibrations and Resonance

When two or more guitar strings vibrate at the same frequency, they can create a resonance that produces an unwanted buzzing or humming sound.

To prevent this, it's important to mute any strings that might be resonating with the ones you're playing.

Proper finger placement and hand positioning can also help control resonance by allowing you to play individual strings cleanly without accidentally touching adjacent strings.

Hand Positioning for Different Guitar Types

In this section, the instructor discusses how hand positioning can vary depending on the type of guitar being played.

Classical Guitar

The classical hand positioning involves holding your hand at an angle so that your fingers are parallel to the frets, with all knuckles aligned in a straight line.

The thumb is positioned behind the neck of the guitar and should not protrude above it.

This technique is best suited for classical guitars and other acoustic instruments.

Electric Guitar

On electric guitars, players often use a modified hand positioning that involves bending their wrist slightly and rotating their hand so that their fingers are perpendicular to the fretboard.

This allows for more flexibility in playing techniques like vibrato and is better suited for playing fast-paced rock or blues music.

The thumb may protrude above the neck of the guitar in this position.

Holding the Pick and Tuning the Guitar

In this section, the instructor teaches how to hold a pick and tune a guitar.

Holding the Pick

Hold the pick between your index finger and thumb.

Place your index finger on top of the pick's last phalanx.

The pick should be held by both your index finger and thumb. Your index finger should be bent slightly, allowing for more control over the angle of attack.

Tuning the Guitar

Download a guitar tuner app on your phone.

Loosen all six strings before tuning them.

Tighten each string slowly while plucking it until it reaches its correct pitch.

Repeat this process for each string starting with the sixth string.

Introduction to Guitar Playing

In this section, the instructor introduces the importance of having a properly tuned guitar and recommends an adequate price range for beginner guitars.

Importance of Properly Tuned Guitar

A poorly tuned guitar can lead to incorrect finger placement and bad habits.

The height of the strings should be measured from the 12th fret to ensure proper tuning.

For electric guitars, the distance between the 12th fret and first string should be between 2-2.5mm, while for acoustic guitars it should be between 2.5-3mm.

Recommended Price Range for Beginner Guitars

Adequate price range for electric guitars is between 16,000 - 24,000 rubles.

Adequate price range for acoustic guitars is between 10,000 - 15,000 rubles.

While more expensive instruments may have better sound quality, a beginner can learn on a less expensive instrument as long as it is properly tuned.

Learning Basic Techniques: Chromatic Exercise

In this section, the instructor teaches a chromatic exercise that helps beginners learn how to play with both hands in sync.

Chromatic Exercise

The exercise involves playing four notes on one string using all four fingers of your left hand while simultaneously picking each note with your right hand.

Importance of Learning Basic Techniques

It's important to master basic techniques before moving on to more complex pieces.

Practicing basic techniques like this chromatic exercise will help develop muscle memory and coordination in both hands.

Introduction to Guitar Techniques

In this video, the instructor introduces various guitar techniques and explains how to execute them. The techniques covered include strumming, fingerpicking, and using a pick.

Strumming Technique

The instructor demonstrates how to strum the guitar strings in an upward and downward motion.

He then shows how to alternate between strumming down twice and up twice.

Next, he demonstrates how to strum down twice and up once.

Fingerpicking Technique

The instructor teaches how to play a stable stroke by placing fingers close to the fretboard.

He then shows how to move from one string to another while maintaining a steady rhythm.

The instructor advises on relaxing fingers while playing for better results.

Using a Pick

The instructor explains that picking technique affects dynamics and tone of sound produced.

He also emphasizes on minimizing movement amplitude for better control of sound produced.

Lastly, he highlights the importance of hand position when playing with a pick.

Controlling Dynamics in Guitar Playing

In this section, the instructor discusses ways of controlling dynamics in guitar playing. He explains that dynamics are affected by amplitude of movement, loading of the pick or fingers, and hand position.

Amplitude of Movement

The instructor demonstrates that amplitude affects volume produced when playing guitar.

He shows that increasing amplitude leads to louder sounds while reducing it leads to softer sounds.

Loading of Pick or Fingers

The instructor explains that loading affects the tone and dynamics of sound produced.

He demonstrates how to adjust loading for better control of sound produced.

Hand Position

The instructor highlights the importance of hand position when playing guitar.

He shows how to adjust hand position for better control of sound produced.

Finger Coordination and Mediator Technique

In this section, the instructor discusses finger coordination and mediator technique. He explains how to hold the guitar strings at an angle to play complex chords and how to train finger coordination for better rhythm and stability. The instructor also provides tips on how to improve mediator technique by adjusting finger positions and using additional support.

Holding Guitar Strings at an Angle

Holding guitar strings at an angle is necessary for playing complex chords.

Finger distortion is acceptable as it helps in holding the strings at an angle.

The goal is to achieve a relaxed position while maintaining stability.

Training Finger Coordination

Train finger coordination by practicing rhythmic movements.

Start with shorter intervals of 30 seconds before increasing the duration.

Focus on achieving synchronization between fingers.

Improving Mediator Technique

Adjust finger positions to add flexibility when holding the mediator.

Use additional support from other fingers if needed.

Practice hitting the strings with different levels of force while maintaining stability.

Anatomical Features of Guitar Playing

In this section, the speaker discusses the anatomical features of guitar playing and how they affect sound production.

Finger Placement and Wrist Angle

Proper finger placement and wrist angle are crucial for effective guitar playing.

The speaker recommends adjusting the angle of the finger or thumb to achieve a comfortable position.

Individual differences in hand anatomy can affect playing style and sound production.

Sound Production Basics

All guitarists start with a basic foundation for sound production.

From there, individual techniques, preferences, and styles develop.

Movement of the striking hand is important for producing different sounds on the strings.

Striking Hand Movement

Moving the point of contact between pick and string affects sound quality.

The speaker demonstrates how moving along an arc produces different sounds on a single string.

Bridge pickups produce brighter sounds than neck pickups due to their location on the guitar.

Hand Positioning While Playing

Some players shift their hand position while playing to achieve certain effects or sounds.

Shifting too much can be detrimental to technique and consistency.

Players should experiment with what works best for them while keeping musical goals in mind.

Dampening Strings While Playing

Dampening strings is important for achieving certain effects while playing.

Players should experiment with different techniques to find what works best for them.

It's important not to move too much when dampening strings so as not to disrupt technique or timing.

Conclusion & Call-to-action

In this section, the speaker concludes by thanking viewers for watching and encourages them to support his channel.

The speaker thanks viewers for watching his video and encourages them to support his channel by liking, subscribing, and leaving comments. He also notes that he does not offer private lessons.

Conclusion

In this section, the speaker concludes the video and mentions additional resources for viewers.

Additional materials and resources are helpful.

The speaker answers any pressing questions from viewers.

The video concludes with a farewell message.