Don't know how to get your attention but I want to let you know how much I enjoy your video lessons. So much out there by so many different players. Yet, you too my list with your down to earth approach. This video is above my ability right now but eventually I will get there with your step by step lessons and your live Q and A sessions. Love you my friend, thank you for your dedication and your kindness.
Erich, you really have simplified learning more chords and being able to minimize finger movement. Thank you for making guitar player a reachable goal. I hope you are enjoying your new studio setup.
Here's a couple of other simple chords based upon the open A I like to use (Low to High string order): A Min (Major 7) add 9 = x 0 2 1 0 0 A Min add 9 = x 0 2 2 0 0 A Min 9 x 0 2 2 0 3 A Min (Major 7) = x 0 2 1 1 0 A Major 7 = x 0 2 1 2 0 A Min (Major 7) 11 = x 0 2 1 3 0 And for the open E shape: E Major 7 = 0 2 1 1 0 0 E Min (Major 7) = 0 2 1 0 0 0 E add 9 = 0 2 2 1 2 0 - (also x 2 2 1 2 x if you don't mind the root not being on the bottom) E Min add 9 = 0 2 2 0 2 0 E 9 = 0 2 0 1 2 0 E Min 9 = 0 2 0 0 2 0 It is quite possible that I've spent far too much time around these chord shapes and some are easier to bar than others, but they all have a great tone. So there's another 144 chords up the neck for you to play with.
Had to screen shot this message lol. This video and your info will help greatly with figuring out songs I want to learn by ear.. I know this comment is a year old but if you can break down the slash chords that would be great too. Thanks again
Want to say the Complete Guitar System, is freakin awesome I purchased it when you was live and you had the huge discount. THANKS. P.S. love that Gretsch too.
This is pretty good. I found out about your chanel about a month ago and ever since been watching your videos. Helped me a lot in guitar. Iam an average player but with your tips and tricks iam performing better. And yeah I don't get to learn these tricks in private classes. Keep teaching!
Thank you for this! I’m getting back into playing after not playing for several years. Your video makes it easy to follow and understand, and is helping me relearn things I have long forgotten. Thanks again!!
Totally awesome you can hear it when playing it.and your teaching on thing's is just amazing specially doing different cords and showing where your fingers go on each string..excellent job ..my friend thank you so much for everything and you make it fun too..I appreciate it all..
Really love the look and sound of that guitar you've got there Erich. I like when you talk music theory because it really interests me. You also always make sure we understand how to use the theory on guitar.
LOVE the "drinking from a fire hose" analogy...I get the theory of it, Erich, but the physical application is another story. Is there anywhere to view the actual chord charts as you go through the progressions? I can always find charts for the random chords, but never laid out side by side. As always, you have my highest esteem and gratitude for everything you put out here for everyone.
Hi Erich! Thanks for all your videos. Before I saw your channel I had known few things about playing the guitar for sure I had known how to hold a guitar> :) I thought playing the guitar is an uphill struggle. When I found out your site I saw a great possibility for me. After 2 years (hours of working) I'm a great guitar player. Thanks that you take care about us, young guitarists, and I hope I'll do another progress. Maybe (when I'll be a better guitarist) we will play together. I have a band with my brothers ( they play the saxophone and the trumpet). What do you think about it? Jazz Jam Session with you sounds really great.
Eric is a gifted teacher ! I am in week 29 of 365 system and the n also got the whole other course ! I’m seventy years old and playing pretty good for an old rocker! Don’t waste ur time jumping from one utube guy to the next get this course then u can hop around utube n know what the hell they r talking about🎸🎸🎸🎸
Cerebral, erudite and wears a very nice beard. Did I mention he's an outstanding teacher?? Some people teach without passion, while others teach with passion. The Sage was born to teach. He's 100% genuine in his desire to help those who want to learn guitar. He's clear, concise and never stumbles in what he wants to convey. Those attributes are highly important in keeping the interest level up, as well as the attention span. Also --- "beautiful" guitar! Love it.
man this is the easiest ive ever fully understood theory ive been play ing for like eight years my mom is learning now and shes been in a rutt i really think your channel will bee what pulls her out of it because i just confuse her worse lol
Music is like food for our ears.we have to treat it with respect.Without music,our lives would have been dull,rhythm less and useless.People need to understand that a sweet tone with rhythm can bring happiness in our lives.and the guitar is one of the most beautiful instruments ever made by man.You can play any note or chord you want.it brings out the musician in you.....
O my god thank you for this again. is there any way to like join your website like a trial? I would like to download some lessons that i can download for a limited time. I also play ukulele and what I have noticed last year until now are those books specially the ukulele book
*****UNIQUE***** ??? *****POSITIVE***** ??? *****CREATIVE***** ??? *****CRAZY***** ??? You decide Erich!!!!! I DO NOT HAVE A GUITAR but I purchased your Complete Guitar System you had on SPECIAL anyway. I am not in a financial position to purchase a guitar but I was being Proactive so that when I am able to get (OR WIN) a guitar I will be ready to start learning right from the get-go with the best online teacher--Yes Erich you. I love watching your videos and learning from them even though I don't have a guitar yet. Please Erich you have the ability to make me a very grateful and happy person. I COULD REALLY MAKE GOOD USE OF THAT EPIPHONE GUITAR and your UNSTOPPABLE GUITAR SYSTEM!!! I am trying to recover from a surgery that went very wrong leaving me with paralysis in my left leg. I believe that MUSIC IS A GREAT HEALER so I would be extremely grateful if you choose me as one of the WINNERS. Learning to play the guitar would very much help me by taking my mind off what has happened and letting me focus on my dream of learning to play the guitar. Best Wishes and Happy Holidays to you and your family--that includes your pets as they are definitely part of the family. Hope to hear from you real soon with some great news!!!!!!! Thanks for all you do and keep it coming as you are helping many people with your generosity.
A few days ago i bought a new Ibanez guitar. I spent 1200$ but it gets out of tune in a few seconds. Its really strange. If I have my guitar tuned in E standard and a tune it to D standard in a few seconds all the strings get out of tune. I dont know why this is. If its cause of the neck, the tremolo. Im really upset and really worried
Don’t fret, no pun intended ;) new guitars will do this...its not uncommon what you’re seeing here. The neck and strings will all come together within a couple weeks.
Great lesson. How would playing AM7 triad, for example, sound with another guitar strumming an AM? Any recommendations on two acoustics playing together but not playing the exact same chords, or voicing? Maybe something that would bring more color or interest to the ear? Thanks again for the lesson.
Hey there my friends! Thanks for watching this video! If you enjoyed it let me know in the comments below. Appreciate all the love and support. e :)
YourGuitarSage 120 chords for the price of one?
YourGuitarSage I cant be kind to rats, mice, houseflies, or mosquitoes.
Sidney, If you need some more advanced teaching I recommend checking out my Unstoppable Guitar System
Don't know how to get your attention but I want to let you know how much I enjoy your video lessons. So much out there by so many different players. Yet, you too my list with your down to earth approach. This video is above my ability right now but eventually I will get there with your step by step lessons and your live Q and A sessions. Love you my friend, thank you for your dedication and your kindness.
Erich, you really have simplified learning more chords and being able to minimize finger movement. Thank you for making guitar player a reachable goal. I hope you are enjoying your new studio setup.
I am thank you!
Here's a couple of other simple chords based upon the open A I like to use (Low to High string order):
A Min (Major 7) add 9 = x 0 2 1 0 0
A Min add 9 = x 0 2 2 0 0
A Min 9 x 0 2 2 0 3
A Min (Major 7) = x 0 2 1 1 0
A Major 7 = x 0 2 1 2 0
A Min (Major 7) 11 = x 0 2 1 3 0
And for the open E shape:
E Major 7 = 0 2 1 1 0 0
E Min (Major 7) = 0 2 1 0 0 0
E add 9 = 0 2 2 1 2 0 - (also x 2 2 1 2 x if you don't mind the root not being on the bottom)
E Min add 9 = 0 2 2 0 2 0
E 9 = 0 2 0 1 2 0
E Min 9 = 0 2 0 0 2 0
It is quite possible that I've spent far too much time around these chord shapes and some are easier to bar than others, but they all have a great tone. So there's another 144 chords up the neck for you to play with.
Thanks Paul! Good tip
Had to screen shot this message lol. This video and your info will help greatly with figuring out songs I want to learn by ear.. I know this comment is a year old but if you can break down the slash chords that would be great too. Thanks again
Every chord give one step to keep practice and play guitar.Love this video!
Want to say the Complete Guitar System, is freakin awesome I purchased it when you was live and you had the huge discount. THANKS. P.S. love that Gretsch too.
You're welcome Sam! Thanks for joining me in the CGS
Thanks so much Erich! I feel my guitar knowledge grow every time I sit down for a new lesson!!!!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!
Thank you Tammy! I'm glad to help
Every time I watch one of your videos I come away with just a bit more knowledge. Thanks for the lessons
That's the goal Bruce! Thanks for watching
Great explanation of how simple chords, build and multiply. Love your videos, thanks Erich
the unstoppable guitar system is the best learning tool I have come across
having fun already, thank you so much
This is pretty good. I found out about your chanel about a month ago and ever since been watching your videos. Helped me a lot in guitar. Iam an average player but with your tips and tricks iam performing better. And yeah I don't get to learn these tricks in private classes. Keep teaching!
Thank you for this! I’m getting back into playing after not playing for several years.
Your video makes it easy to follow and understand, and is helping me relearn things I have long forgotten. Thanks again!!
You're welcome Nancy! Thanks for watching
WOW! What a great lesson,well taught,easy to understand even for the older generation. Thank you!
You're welcome Charlie!
Totally awesome you can hear it when playing it.and your teaching on thing's is just amazing specially doing different cords and showing where your fingers go on each string..excellent job ..my friend thank you so much for everything and you make it fun too..I appreciate it all..
You're welcome Brenda! Thanks for watching!
Really love the look and sound of that guitar you've got there Erich. I like when you talk music theory because it really interests me. You also always make sure we understand how to use the theory on guitar.
I really enjoyed this lesson I just recently got back to playing and your videos has helped me a lot thank you.
Keep it cool master. You are the best out there. Thank you for the lessons. Rock n roll ain t gonna die. LETS GOOOOOO ✊✊✊🎸🎸🎸🎸
Great lesson Sir, tq very much for uploading!
Another fantastic video, so much great info here.
only discovered you recently Love your stuff I'm going back to basics and its helping thanks
LOVE the "drinking from a fire hose" analogy...I get the theory of it, Erich, but the physical application is another story. Is there anywhere to view the actual chord charts as you go through the progressions? I can always find charts for the random chords, but never laid out side by side. As always, you have my highest esteem and gratitude for everything you put out here for everyone.
Beautiful sounding Gretsch!
Thanks Shannon!
Hi Erich! Thanks for all your videos. Before I saw your channel I had known few things about playing the guitar for sure I had known how to hold a guitar> :) I thought playing the guitar is an uphill struggle. When I found out your site I saw a great possibility for me. After 2 years (hours of working) I'm a great guitar player. Thanks that you take care about us, young guitarists, and I hope I'll do another progress. Maybe (when I'll be a better guitarist) we will play together. I have a band with my brothers ( they play the saxophone and the trumpet). What do you think about it? Jazz Jam Session with you sounds really great.
120 amazing chords thank you so much for this video
Best teacher the game. Thanks!
Great content though and simple, doable presentation.
Glad you liked it!
Definitely gonna try and do this later woooooooo
Very helpful Sir!! Keep it up and God bless you!
Thank you Edgar, that's very kind!
Eric is a gifted teacher ! I am in week 29 of 365 system and the n also got the whole other course ! I’m seventy years old and playing pretty good for an old rocker! Don’t waste ur time jumping from one utube guy to the next get this course then u can hop around utube n know what the hell they r talking about🎸🎸🎸🎸
Thank you Thomas 🙏
GREAT video!!! Thank you so much for sharing!!! ********
Cerebral, erudite and wears a very nice beard. Did I mention he's an outstanding teacher?? Some people teach without passion, while others teach with passion. The Sage was born to teach. He's 100% genuine in his desire to help those who want to learn guitar. He's clear, concise and never stumbles in what he wants to convey. Those attributes are highly important in keeping the interest level up, as well as the attention span. Also --- "beautiful" guitar! Love it.
Thank you Steve. That is heart-warming and kind. I TRULY appreciate that. 🙏
Absolutely Sage. You're welcome. You deserve it.
This is awesome! Thank you. (:
You're so welcome!
I love your vdos... Learn a lot... Is it normal that Barr chord are easier for me than open chords ???
Woah looks like the Gorgeous Gretsch, love to have a smaller one of the same😍😜
Great info !! (Lots of it) You nailed it with the drink from a fire hose🎸🤘🏻🇺🇸
Haha, thanks Ken!
I know three and they have served me for forty years.
👍
Great Video as always
man this is the easiest ive ever fully understood theory ive been play ing for like eight years my mom is learning now and shes been in a rutt i really think your channel will bee what pulls her out of it because i just confuse her worse lol
Amazing
Thanks!
Hey Eric I really love your Chet Atkins and what was the sg in the intro with the wiggle stick
Music is like food for our ears.we have to treat it with respect.Without music,our lives would have been dull,rhythm less and useless.People need to understand that a sweet tone with rhythm can bring happiness in our lives.and the guitar is one of the most beautiful instruments ever made by man.You can play any note or chord you want.it brings out the musician in you.....
Thanks for this video it's very helpful. Thanku sir
Great lesson and that Gretsch is 100% gorgeous!
It is! I love that guitar. Thanks for watching
You are correct, it is in the upper right corner BUT you are facing me so hold up your left hand.
Help anyone, what is the name of the song at the beginning. Its so cool , I remember way back.
It’s a classic chord progression. Many songs built upon it.
thanks for help
Happy to help
i got that cut paid extra lol, thx good lesson
Thank you 🙂
O my god thank you for this again. is there any way to like join your website like a trial? I would like to download some lessons that i can download for a limited time. I also play ukulele and what I have noticed last year until now are those books specially the ukulele book
Simply amazing
Thank you!🙌
awesome! thanks dude
You're welcome, Kris!
Good one, Thanks
You're welcome! Thanks for watching
Thank you awesome video
Thanks Lewis!
Loved it
Love this video. Is your beard for no shave November?
*****UNIQUE***** ???
*****POSITIVE***** ???
*****CREATIVE***** ???
*****CRAZY***** ???
You decide Erich!!!!!
I DO NOT HAVE A GUITAR but I purchased your Complete Guitar System you had on SPECIAL anyway. I am not in a financial position to purchase a guitar but I was being Proactive so that when I am able to get (OR WIN) a guitar I will be ready to start learning right from the get-go with the best online teacher--Yes Erich you. I love watching your videos and learning from them even though I don't have a guitar yet. Please Erich you have the ability to make me a very grateful and happy person. I COULD REALLY MAKE GOOD USE OF THAT EPIPHONE GUITAR and your UNSTOPPABLE GUITAR SYSTEM!!! I am trying to recover from a surgery that went very wrong leaving me with paralysis in my left leg. I believe that MUSIC IS A GREAT HEALER so I would be extremely grateful if you choose me as one of the WINNERS. Learning to play the guitar would very much help me by taking my mind off what has happened and letting me focus on my dream of learning to play the guitar. Best Wishes and Happy Holidays to you and your family--that includes your pets as they are definitely part of the family.
Hope to hear from you real soon with some great news!!!!!!! Thanks for all you do and keep it coming as you are helping many people with your generosity.
A few days ago i bought a new Ibanez guitar. I spent 1200$ but it gets out of tune in a few seconds. Its really strange. If I have my guitar tuned in E standard and a tune it to D standard in a few seconds all the strings get out of tune. I dont know why this is. If its cause of the neck, the tremolo. Im really upset and really worried
Don't worry! Take that guitar to a local guitar tech or luthier
Don’t fret, no pun intended ;) new guitars will do this...its not uncommon what you’re seeing here. The neck and strings will all come together within a couple weeks.
Nice thanks for the vid
You're welcome! Thanks for watching
Well thanks alot man!
but what if i in C form,like open C maj,how can i make it Cmaj7 or C dominant 7?
Slipex, I recommend looking up those chord shapes online and then breaking it down by figuring out what note each string is sounding
That guitar is beautiful. Grescht are aces
🙌
gotta get in it to win it....lost my pet a month ago so now i NEED A NEW HOBBY!!!
My minor family has major problems that's why im always working on all the major and minor holidays 🤫🤣
Ok how many points do I get for knowing this already?
Based on
The "trick" is learn how to bar lol
Tthanks
Thank You!
learning alot, but I am 59 and it takes a bit of time for me!!! LOL!
Great lesson. How would playing AM7 triad, for example, sound with another guitar strumming an AM? Any recommendations on two acoustics playing together but not playing the exact same chords, or voicing? Maybe something that would bring more color or interest to the ear? Thanks again for the lesson.
This lesson was dope. Thnx sir
You're welcome Abid!
V Good
....."BINGO, BANGO, BONGO,.....and IRVING"!........ (Trivia Q: Name the Band!....)
I’m tryna win a guitar
I don’t like your haircut. Lol! JK, In balled so I’m probably jealous. Your lessons are awesome.
Everything is better on a Gretsch
🤘
You destroyed my entire life.
Sorry?!
Waffling
Not trying to hate, but damn, is that guitar hideous.
Potato, Potato sure but it sounds amazing
You could close your eyes while you listen to the video.
I suppose, if looking into the face of God, puppy dogs and super models are hideous, then yes, I would agree :)
YourGuitarSage I never actually thought it was hideous! Pshh who do you think I am? I just wanted to reply to a potatoe
No doubt it sounds awesome, and it's probably awesome to play it as well, but in my eyes it's ugly. Sorry. I really love LP's tho