5 Practical Ways To Learn Open Guitar Chords

If you're new to playing the guitar, you may feel overwhelmed by the many different chords you can learn. However, open guitar chords can provide a great starting point for beginners.

These chords are easy to play and can be used to create a variety of songs. In this blog post, we'll explore what open guitar chords are and how you can start learning them today.

Open guitar chords are chords that use open strings. This means that when you play the chord, some of the strings are played without being fretted. Open chords are typically used in folk, blues, and country music, and they are great for beginners because they are simple to play and create a pleasant, resonant sound.

Here are some steps you can follow to start learning open guitar chords:

1. Familiarize yourself with the basic chord shapes. The most common open guitar chords include A, C, D, E, G, Em and Am. Start by learning the basic chord shapes for these chords, and then move on to other chords as you become more comfortable with playing.

 

2. Practice switching between chords. Once you have a basic understanding of the chord shapes, start practicing switching between different chords. This will help you get a feel for how the chords sound together and how they flow from one to the next. Simply pick 2 to start with. G and Em work well together. Same with G and C; G and D or A and D. They are all great starting points.

3. Experiment with different strumming patterns.There are many different strumming patterns you can use when playing open guitar chords. Experiment with different strumming patterns to find what works best for you. Though to begin with start with simple down strums on every beat until you get the chord changes going.

4. Start playing songs. Once you have a basic understanding of the chords and strumming patterns, start playing songs. You can find song sheets online, or you can create your own by experimenting with different chord progressions.

5. Take lessons or join a group. Learning the guitar is more fun and effective when you have support. Consider taking lessons or joining a guitar group to help you progress in your playing.