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BCE1 - 60bpm 1 string thing MP3
Your first jam track experience! This lesson introduces you to playing with a backing track using simple single notes. It's a great way to develop timing and rhythm skills while keeping the technical demands manageable.
Understanding bars and beats: the basic structure of music timing
Playing "spreads" (whole notes) vs. "on the beat" (quarter notes)
Using frets 0, 5, and 7 on string 6 with proper timing
Finger options: single finger vs. using multiple fingers
Listening for accurate timing: avoiding the "two sounds" problem
Visual Jam Track - Join In!
This type of practice is excellent preparation for playing actual songs. The timing skills you develop here transfer directly to more complex music, including recognisable songs like "Seven Nation Army."
First Chords, Skills & Songs for Electric Beginners
New Electric Guitarist? Start Here!
Get Your Tone! Guitar & Amp Setup for Beginners
Electric Guitar Anatomy & Common Shapes
E Major Chord & E5 Power Chord for Total Beginners
A Major Chord & A5 Power Chord
E Minor Pentatonic Scale on 1 String
Jam Track 1 - One String Thing
Jam Track 2 - One Finger Power Chords & Palm Muting
Chord Changes for Level 1 Consolidation
Jam Track 3 - E & A Chords
Practice Routine & Songs for Level 1