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If you’ve ever wondered:
- what to practice first
- how much to practice
- when to move on
This path gives you a place to start without overthinking.
What This Path Is
This is not a complete course.
It is not meant to cover everything.
It is a starting point.
You will practice:
- common beginner chords
- simple transitions
- basic finger exercises
All within one key. That limitation is intentional.
Why Everything Is in One Key
Beginners don’t get stuck because they practice in the “wrong” key.
They get stuck because their hands never repeat the same movements long enough.
Using one key:
- reduces mental load
- makes patterns easier to recognize
- allows your hands to relax instead of constantly adjusting
The goal is familiarity, not variety.
Learn the Chords First (If You Need To)
If you’re brand new to chords, start here.
This short playlist shows the four shapes you’ll use throughout this path:
- G
- C
- D
- Em
Just get familiar with the shapes before you move into the transition practice.
Learn the Beginner Chords (Easy Version 1)
Chord Practice (Short Practice Videos)
You’ll work on a small number of common chord changes using short practice videos.
Each video focuses on:
- one transition
- one tempo
- one clear task
These are not demonstrations.
They are meant to be repeated.
Use the same video for several days before switching.
If it starts to feel easy, stay with it a little longer.
Practice Beginner Chord Transitions (Easy Version 1)
Tip: If the video feels too fast, you can slow it down using the ⛭ gear icon located in the bottom right corner of the YouTube player. These videos are meant to be repeated — don’t worry about getting it perfect on the first try.
Finger Exercises (Support Work)
Later in your playing, you’ll add simple finger exercises to your routine.
They are not a workout.
Their purpose is to:
- reduce tension
- improve control
- support smoother chord changes
You won’t use them yet.
For now, just know they exist and that you’ll return to them when your hands feel ready.
You need a few that you return to consistently.
A Simple Daily Routine
If you want structure, keep it simple:
- 5 minutes — finger exercise
- 10 minutes — one chord transition
Repeat the same routine for several days.
Avoid rotating exercises daily.
Let repetition do the work.
When to Move On
Most players move on too quickly.
Stay with an exercise until:
- transitions feel less rushed
- mistakes decrease naturally
- your attention shifts from survival to sound
Progress often feels quiet before it feels obvious.
If This Feels Too Simple
That’s normal.
Simple work rarely feels impressive.
But it’s the kind of work that builds reliable skills.
If you’re willing to repeat small things longer than feels necessary, this path will make sense.
If not, that’s fine too.
Use what helps. Ignore the rest.