Chord Changes for Level 1 Consolidation

Course: First Chords, Skills & Songs for Electric Beginners

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Time to bring together everything you've learned so far.

This consolidation lesson reviews all your Level 1 skills and helps you understand when to use different chord approaches for maximum musical effect.

  • Complete review of E major and A major chord fingerings and alternatives

  • Chord change techniques: pivot finger method vs. lifting off completely

  • Power chords vs. major chords: understanding when to use each

  • Tonal differences between major and power chords

  • Practice strategies: one-minute changes and timing exercises

This lesson prepares you for both strumming songs and riff-based playing. Understanding your options helps you choose the right approach for the musical style you want to play.

Next Up: Jam Track 3 - E & A Chords

Well done! Let's jump into the next lesson of the course.