Learning Guitar for Dummies (DVDrip)
Learn guitar the Fun and Easy Way — no music reading required! This unintimidating video presents the basics of playing guitar in an easy-to-follow format. By simply watching the instructor on screen and following along, you can learn to form chords, fingerpick and strum in different patterns, and play songs in a variety of styles —all without reading music! Guitar For Dummies provides step-by-step instruction of all the skills needed to become an accomplished guitar player. You start by learning to play in tune and in rhythm and then move on to left-hand chords and right-hand strumming patterns. From there, you apply these techniques to several different musical styles, picking up tips and tricks on playing authentically in each style. Along the way, you learn how to develop your own practice routine and focus in on the areas you want to improve. Discover How To: Play open-position chords, barre chords, power chords, and jazz chords Strum and fingerpick different patterns Develop a practice regimen Play in a variety of styles, including folk, blues, rock, jazz, and classical

Things to play when you suck

Ok this will hopefully be a big thread with vids on playin the guitar. I will keep updating this with more stuff as I upload em.



Marty Friedman - Guitar Day One
Rock Styles for Beginners. By Marty Friedman. Video. Video cassette. Published by Rittor Music. (320241)

ISBN 0634021125. Marty Friedman, a successful solo artist and former lead guitarist for Cacophony and Megadeth, is one of the most respected rock guitarists in the industry, known for his technical brilliance and harmonic sense of adventure. In this video for beginners, he gives you everything you need to get started! He covers: parts of the guitar, strings and picks, tuning, amp settings, effects and pedals, practice and performance tips, chords & scales, how to play solos, lead patterns, and much more! Includes an insert. 90+ minutes.