E Chord Anchors & Tricks

It would be helpful if all three chord diagrams were included on this page as a reference.

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Welcome to the community Mario :slightly_smiling_face:

I agree. That would really be helpful at such an early stage in Grade 1.

Slightly hidden, the chord diagrams are included in the lesson text. Look at the second paragraph and you will find A, D and E printed in bold orange font. Click the respective bold orange letters and you will see they are hyperlinks taking you to the individual A, D and E lessons incl. chord diagrams. A bit cumbersome maybe.

What I like to do when I’m learning new chords is to write down the new chord shapes myself, since this will help me remembering the new chords. If that could be helpful for you as well, you can find printable blank chord boxes e.g. here

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I am glad to hear that I am not the only person who has this issue. I try not to apply too much pressure with my index finger but the chord doesnt ring true. The calouses also slide on the strings. I am hoping as my playing progresses this problem will resolve itself.

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I’ve been playing for a few years and would call myself an intermediate player, but I’m self taught and these kinds of things really open my eyes! A little intentional attention to these details makes the playing a lot easier and better sounding! Thanks!

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Can i change between d a and e together in line anyway sir you’re really amazing Allah bless you

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Hi @matimusic, you can change between A, D and E in line, but I would advise you to not do that before you have fully mastered changes between each two of them. Adding a third chord in the mix makes it more complicated for your brain to fully ingrain things. Also, if you throw all three chords in the mix, make sure you include all changes. If you just cycle from A to D to E to A and so on, you won’t be practicing changing from E to D, from D to A and from A to E.

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Welcome to the community Mati! I started at Grade 0 with Justin, and am now working on Grade 3. What Els @LadyOfTheCastle says reflects is sound advice. I found it was best to follow Justin’s guidance through Grade 1 (and most of Grade 2). Definitely ask questions here when you’re not sure about something! We’ve all been beginners and are happy to share our experiences.

If you’re feeling extra social, consider going to the Introduce Yourself topic and tell us about your guitar journey so far! :smiling_face:

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Thanks alot
i have confusion that what if my notes in each chord are not perfect (they sound really good) no buzzing and laying on other strings

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Hi Mati, while we all strive for perfection, it is important to keep the following in mind: Do not let the perfect be the enemy of the good. Which is to say: we are beginners, and if we don’t try new things until the one we are working on is perfect, we’ll never get anywhere. Those are my thoughts anyway! :smiling_face:

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You solved something :white_heart: @judi
Im really feeling good to move on to the next lesson and it is good that my chords are ringing and will be perfect thanks for helping me mentally !

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