Reach the halfway point of the beginner course with a comprehensive practice routine and exciting song applications. This level introduces longer practice sessions that balance technical work with musical application.
Extended practice schedule: 30 minutes daily split between skills and musical application
Essential skills recap: C major chord, Cadd9, G major pentatonic, and off-beat strumming
Key chord progressions: D-Cadd9-G combinations that unlock numerous popular songs
Song recommendations: "Running Down a Dream," "Come As You Are," and three-chord classics
Genre exploration: branching out from your comfort zone to discover new musical styles
Chord practice 5 mins
Single note practice 5 mins
Strumming/ rhythm 5 mins
Songs 15 mins
Running Down A Dream
Come As You Are
Other songs and wildcards!
The lesson explains why jam tracks and focused skill practice are more effective than jumping into too many songs at once. Quality practice on fewer songs builds better technique and prepares you for the more challenging material ahead in levels 5-8.
