Beginner Up-The-Neck Chords For Americana, Rock, Indie, Folk, Country & more !

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6/29/23 update!
I can't believe this little video is still going and GOING! Guys, thanks for watching - it means a lot. I've 500+ videos but this was one of the first and I didn't even originally make it for KZbin. I know it looks like it was made in 1984 instead of 2012, believe me. But the content is still very cool.
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This episode teaches how to move open-position chords up the neck to create new "voicings" of chords. Guitar players do this to create new tones and options when playing with a second guitar player who IS playing the open-position chords. Also, these up-the-neck chords are useful in band situations where open-position chords can be too boomy or jangly to fit the song.

[@RobertViani]

This is what should be taught to a beginner the day they form their first chord. It illustrates what the fret board (WWHWWWH )chord recipe MEANS on the fret board and gives us newbies a a tool for playing along with other musicians...SOLID GOLD Jonathan. Thank you.

[@jimotoole4337]

Best guitar half hour ever in three years. Thank you. Just learning 84 year old. U K

[@Zain-xg4kn]

me too just learning 72age from Malaysia

[@sunjaybedi4389]

Just relearning at 60 after 42 years of an initial failed attempt. Never too late to learn.

[@lucaswallo8127]

That's amazing

[@Silvermoonscorpion]

Jim O'Toole how is it coming along? Started both bass and "regular" guitar at 40. In 2020. Coming along nicely here.

[@seviregis7441]

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[@malcolmbryant]

If ever someone was Born To Teach -- it's this man.

[@thecastle09]

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[@beckann2795]

Thank you thank you thank you!!!! Yayyyyy no one has ever taught me much on utube! You have!!!!!

[@SuperTiddly]

10 years of playing 5 open chords ..you just opened my world. Thankyou

[@edcrutchfield3447]

Three years ago I had brain 🧠 surgery and was incapacitated for awhile. I found a old guitar 🎸 in the alley. I had never played before. . I took it to a music store and had it restrung. I went on you tube and find JOHNATHAN KEHEW. You my teacher have greatly influenced me . Very VERY slowly thru much repetition i’am beginning to comprehend. Thank you 🙏 more then you can understand what a special, patience teacher YOU are. PLEASE continue!!!!!!

[@maxwellhavins8078]

Jonathan Kehew the Bob Ross of guitar. You sir have helped me progress on guitar far more then any of these other guys on KZbin. (As awesome as they are.)

[@jkehew1]

High praise, Maxwell! Don't forget to subscribe to my channel. And I have LOTS of videos at www.song-bike.com available to subscribers. Please check it out !!

[@noeltal]

I am a 63 year old beginner who has mastered a few chords. I can be a bit slow on the uptake sometimes but Johnathan is a great teacher. Really impressive. Thank you.

[@MrBritishGent]

Also a 63 year old beginner. No one makes me feel as optimistic about my guitar playing future as Jonathan!

[@1gdfoster1]

@@MrBritishGent I am a 69 year old beginner and I agree how patient and thorough Johnathan is. Great Teacher. Good Wishes!!

[@matthewcrich5951]

Jonathan is sooooo underrated. He is absolutely amazing. He can spot on relate to my playing abilities & challenges. He’s so patient & progresses at a perfect pace.

[@guyshaffer6156]

I'm a 63 yr old beginner also. As of Jan 1 2023!

[@matthewcrich5951]

@@guyshaffer6156 Well, Guy. I still consider myself a beginner with 4 years of “playing” under my belt. And I’ve been around the sun a couple more times than you. But Jonathan doesn’t get the accolades he deserves, like other instructors do, such as Marty & Justin. His teaching style is perfect for me.

[@davidsmith4565]

Thank you Mr. Kehew a few years ago a good friend of mine gave me a guitar and told me to learn how to play it. That I’m doing so it would help me through my journey battling a couple cancers that suddenly became an issue. Your lessons were part of my medicine. After 4 years now I’m cancer free. I also have learned enough guitar to go back through my lessons. This one was a big boost, once I learned the regular chords . Thank you sir.

[@jkehew1]

You're very welcome David! Join me this Saturday May 13, 2023 5pm ET for a free KZbin livestream Q+A all about learning, playing, practicing, and caring for guitars. You can text me your questions LIVE ! This Sat. 5pm ET on my KZbin channel kzbin.info. See you there !

[@allenburnett5422]

Favorite corner on KZbin. That's Johnathan Kehew, Guitarist extraordinaire. Man, would he be a great psychologist as well Zen Master.

[@tmaciejr]

I am 6 months into playing the guitar and you have practically taught me how to play. My fingers are so sore but I can't put it down. When you see progress happening right before your eyes it is hard to stop. Thanks for all you do.

[@jkehew1]

Terry Acie Hi Terry, thank you for watching ! I'm filming new videos for my upcoming website. www.song-bike.com. It's almost ready ! Please like my facebook page : facebook.com/mysongbike

[@tmaciejr]

jkehew1​ How long have you been playing?

[@jkehew1]

Terry Acie Don't tell anyone. 30 years.

[@jimbooom1]

Stared playing over two years ago and you have got to be the best guitar teacher in the world . I’m 60 years old and you have been a great motivation to me because I have been searching for a way up the neck and you teach a clear path .

[@JesusHBasie]

This dude's voice is so perfect for instructing.

[@markingel8313]

Oh my goodness! You are the Fred Roger’s of online guitar instructional videos. Especially the early 30 minute numbers, adorable! Once I’ve made my way through all of your free content, I will totally be subscribing to your website for more lessons. Thanks for making the content so accessible and being such a gentle, and supportive human.

[@jkehew1]

Thanks so much, Mark! I have everal e-books and a hard copy book you might be interested in! The D-C-G Trick The Strum Pattern Bible Easy Guitar Chord & Lead Tricks (Hal Leonard Publications) The Complete Christmas Songbook The Guitar: Year One The Guitar: Month One The Guitar: Week One You can get them at: www.song-bike.com Please check them out! Jonathan

[@christopherroberts3277]

SUPER!!!!!!!!! One of the best instructional lessons on great variations, out there!!! You are a great teacher ( and all around great guy! ).... This beginner is sooooo grateful to you, Sir!!!!!!!

[@EAGLESGHOST]

I have just found this site. At 72 I am about to start playing guitars I have had for years. This lesson tells me that I have a good chance of learning a lot more than going for weekly lessons with a tutor. I will be looking into all these lessons on a daily basis from now. I have 36 lyrics written over the last few years and I can now start fitting tunes from my head to the words. Thanks a million from an old man in England.

[@jkehew1]

EAGLESGHOST Hi E, thanks for watching. Glad these videos are helping. I look forward to hearing your songs ! I'm filming new videos for my new website (www.song-bike.com.) Coming soon !! Please SUBSCRIBE (kzbin.info) and LIKE my facebook page (facebook.com/mysongbike.)

[@larrydepaulis5851]

One of the best teachers I’ve ever seen. Very easy to follow and breaks everything down where it makes sense.

[@jkehew1]

Thanks so much, Larry ! I've written several e-books you might be interested in: The Guitar: Week One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z117?card The Guitar: Month One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z6ys?card promo video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGG6gYp7jrpqb7s The DCG Trick: What Famous Bands Did With Easy Chords www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/yuut?card promo video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnnRcodjl8yhoLM Stay healthy and musical! Jonathan

[@ricky4723]

ALWAYS a sheer pleasure to another video you've done. Am 74 and have played many years, love your teaching style. Not everyone can teach - lots of players "know how" , but can't explain it to a new player. Wish I was as polished as you in teaching style.Keep playing my friend. Best wishes in all you do.

[@sowa707]

It's 3:28 AM in India and I have a smile on my face under my blanket! Thank You soooooo much. I finally got what I couldn't understand since so long! You rock dude!!! 🙌

[@jkehew1]

+shreyanstar158 Thanks Shreyanstar ! That's awesome ! I wish you a wonderful 2016. Please check out my newest videos at www.song-bike.com. Other videos are at kzbin.info. And you can receive news, updates, giveaways and cools posts if you 'like' my facebook page: facebook.com/mysongbike.

[@sowa707]

+Song Bike - jkehew1 I will, for sure! You're an amazing teacher with an amazing voice! Thank You :)

[@roygee1283]

magic mate, thanks for this lesson. nobody thus far has ever shown us how to move up the fretboard with any cords. you are a god sent.

[@garyjohns1938]

Good morning Jonathan. Just finished watching your lesson on Up-The-Neck chords. I have been wanting to learn how to do this for years. Other instructors make is so confusing. Your method of teaching makes it simple and easy to understand. Thank you. Now I am going to sit and practice. This is really great fun!

[@cantfindanamethatwor]

I just started trying guitar at 60. You have taught me my first 5 chords. And the more I watch your videos? I hope to learn more.

[@jkehew1]

Welcome to the world of guitar! Please check out my website www.song-bike.com to see my other learning materials like books, e-books, PDFs and of course more videos!

[@rodricksguitar]

i have been playing guitar for about 6 or 7 years now. Everything i learned i learned from youtube videos.This is the first time i felt compelled to thank the teacher.Great job. After watching and playing along for an hour or so i have it nailed.Thanks.

[@jkehew1]

That's awesome, Roderick !!!! Please 'like' and subscribe and check out my newest videos at www.song-bike.com. Other videos are at kzbin.info. And you can receive news, updates, giveaways and cools posts if you 'like' my facebook page: facebook.com/mysongbike.

[@etchypi]

YOUR THE BEST, I LOVE THE WAY YOU BREAK EVERYTHING DOWN WHEN TEACHING SO TALK ON AND PLAY ON. GOD BLESS YOU!!

[@plasticego]

I will be danged - this lesson makes the obvious accessible; subscribing & paying attention to this teacher is going to be a lot of fun! Thank you Jonathan!

[@jkehew1]

You're very welcome, PE! By the way, here's a link to another Up-The-Neck Chords video I just did: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnnPY6eQiZpqmNU Please check it out!

[@johnulrich5572]

After 50 years of playing guitar its nice to watch your videos to as a refresher on techniques. Plus it gives me hints on how to teach my grandson to play guitar.

[@jkehew1]

That's great, John ! You made my day. Please check out my website www.song-bike.com for more videos not available on KZbin

[@adrianjcox8611]

Just wanted to say thank you for posting your videos. I am learning at age 60 plus and it is a bit of struggle on finger flexibility but I am improving with practice. Your teaching style is superb, you are very clear and show exactly how to do things and offer lots of little tips that make all the difference. You have been a lot of help to me and I think you are one of the best teachers that I have come across on the web. Thanks, Ady from Cornwall in the UK.

[@camdenmonkey]

I happily find myself back to this particular tutorial. Playing up the neck has always been challenging, don’t know why, but Jonathan makes it easy and for me at least, his tutorials just rise above all the others with his simplicity. Someone already said it “ if someone was born to teach it’s this man”. Thanks Jonathan, you continue to both inspire and aspire!

[@jkehew1]

Wow, I really appreciate that, Ian! By the way, I have a new book out: Easy Guitar Chord & Lead Tricks (Hal Leonard Publications) **you can order it here: www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/10frx?card Please check it out! Jonathan

[@seaandskyandseandsky]

I am 74 and have played for five years. This is the most interesting and well done video I have seen I think . I can't wait to mess around with these cool concepts.

[@theresonlyone5309]

Your lessons encourage, inform & are clear & I like how you accent topics & points w/observations of, & anecdotes on real-life musicians. Your enthusiasm & words build confidence, & thanks so much for conveying such relatable & conscientious comments in a genuinely friendly way, & for the great asides & tips. There's a great spirit behind these teaching videos! A well-covered Gerry Goffin & Carole King tune says, " . . . and something happens to me that's 'some kind of wonderful' . . . ;" & it seems this describes how so many of us students feel from your teaching, so let me borrow the title and say YOU are "Some Kind of Wonderful!" Thank you!!!

[@roncantrell4105]

I have a whole new out look on the guitar I was so ready to quit but finding you and these lessons has changed this ole mans mind !!!! Thanks you are an awesome teacher !! Thanks again !!!

[@tennfifty]

Johnathan, I just found your videos today and have to say I'm digging your approach! At age 54 I'm recovering from carpel tunnel surgery in my left hand and facing the same in my right. This video and the classic blues riff video are the only ones I've watched so far but what therapy not only for my left hand but the soul. When my left hand starts cramping I'm going back to the blues riff video to give it a bit of a rest. Thank you for posting these videos and reminding my that I'm not working my guitar, I'm PLAYING it!!

[@jkehew1]

Kenny Coinneach Hey Kenny, good luck with your recovery. If I'm playing a small part, that makes my day!

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[@camdenmonkey]

The best guitar tutor on youtube... In my humble opinion....

[@jkehew1]

camdenmonkey thank you !!!!'

[@iris3B]

Jonathan, you are the BEST teacher I’ve found! Thank you so much!

[@davidmoore2325]

Hello....Hope you're doing good and staying safe?sensational

[@peterfritsch4736]

You have the gift of teaching and I thank you for sharing your talent with us guitar enthusiasts (a.k.a guitar nuts). I've been at it for about 50 years now and I really enjoy your posts. Besides confirming a lot of techniques I've already used you always show me new stuff. Awesome! You talk to us in a way we can understand it (and really get it!!!) without being overwhelmed by technical jargon. Keep on keepin' on... And again - THANK YOU!

[@jkehew1]

I appreciate that, Peter! Here's my KZbin playlist of my newest videos called, "Instant Guitar Lessons," which includes more up-The-Neck videos! kzbin.info/aero/PLDv6rn4Y4BTszUtDL5M1qQHsPLyMZ3dHg Also, please check out my website www.song-bike.com for other videos and PDFs!

[@MrGmooney]

Basic principles of good teaching, going from the familiar well known stuff to the new ,not so familiar,stuff, which is cool sounding but not too difficult. From one great teacher to another.

[@jkehew1]

I really appreciate that Gerard - do you teach guitar too? Please check out my website www.song-bike.com for lots of other learning material!

[@Mmmhrmm]

Holy cow!! I have been looking for you all my life!! My guitar "career" started when I was just a wee thing and my uncle taught me an open G chord. Showed me a little country/western strumming pattern, and I have been attempting to learn to play ever since. I can't learn all the other ways for whatever reason - you just made this a billion times easier!! I hear so much creative music in my head, but while I can pick it out on the piano (though I play classical) it is always something that will sound better on the guitar. I left the lessons on the guitar alone, because the piano lessons "killed" that creative streak. Your method is FANTASTIC for someone like me! You show where to go without losing the shape and THAT keeps the door open for creativity! Thank you SO VERY MUCH!! *subscribed for life!!* (Or at least as long as KZbin's life lol)

[@jkehew1]

+stop asking me Hi SAM, I'm so glad that I can be part of your progress ! Please 'like' and subscribe and check out my newest videos at www.song-bike.com. Other videos are at kzbin.info. And you can receive news, updates, giveaways and cools posts if you 'like' my facebook page: facebook.com/mysongbike.

[@stephenstanley3452]

out of all the how to play up the neck chords this is my favorite. you are so easy to learn. you broke down many barriers for me thanks for the tip

[@abehawket922]

You're the best music teacher online :) Thank you

[@pieking9160]

finally a teacher has addressed the question that's been on my mind after learning the open chords (what happens when you move the shape up and down the fretboard) thanks i really really appreciate it.

[@krew3446]

Hi Jonathan learning with ease and understanding awsum thank you so much

[@markmccullough7122]

LIFE changing- the lightbulb just went off in my brain. Fantastic way to explain it

[@DG-mv6zw]

Wonderful tutorial. Wonderful teacher. I like the way Jonathan doesn't automatically assume that we already know something. I've watch a lot of guitar tutorials where the guitarist is more concerned about showing off his skills) knowledge than teaching. There's a humility clarity, honestly and unpretentiousness to Jonathan that's condusive to the whole learning process. Thanks man. 👍

[@jkehew1]

I appreciate that, DG! By the way, I've written several e-books you might be interested in: The Guitar: Week One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z117?card The Guitar: Month One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z6ys?card promo video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGG6gYp7jrpqb7s The DCG Trick: What Famous Bands Did With Easy Chords www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/yuut?card promo video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnnRcodjl8yhoLM Stay healthy and musical! Jonathan

[@DG-mv6zw]

@@jkehew1 Thanks for that Jonathan. 👍

[@TheCALMInstitute]

I LOVE THIS GUY. These are the most useful lessons - it's hard to find stuff at this level. I know my chords, I know some scales, I need help with the difference between where I'm at and a "normal" pop use of a guitar.

[@jkehew1]

I appreciate that, Mr. FTF!! By the way, I just wrote my first guitar book! It goes along with my D-C-G Trick video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZDUoXeqm7GaqZo And I made a NEW D-C-G Trick video to go along with the book - you can see it and buy the book here: www.song-bike.com. And I have LOTS of videos at www.song-bike.com available to members. Please check it out !! And please subscribe to my KZbin channel!

[@iambeadman]

You're a great teacher. You've taught me a lot in 30 minutes, thanks a million for sharing this.

[@denniswhite9283]

Johnathan I would like to compliment you on your ability to teach. As a older student, I find your explanation very well done. Thank you for your gift of teaching.

[@jkehew1]

I really appreciate that, Dennis! Please check out my website www.song-bike.com to see my other learning materials like books, e-books, PDFs and of course more videos!

[@kristopherdetar3552]

BRAVO !!! BRAVO Mr. Kehew ! Finally after a dozen guitar teachers, I found your method the most digestible in getting started with chords. I already can four finger alternate pick because I have been a finger drummer my whole adult life, so this video has given me a real good primer for working the confusing fretboard. Thank you thank you. BTW, I just bought your book on Amazon after seeing this video. Keep up the fabulous work. You just made this 60 year old acoustic guitar beginner very happy.

[@jkehew1]

Wow THANK YOU, Kristopher! By the way, I have two new e-books out: The Complete Christmas Songbook and The Strum Pattern Bible. Here's are KZbin videos about them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hl7Co3SkqZ17iZI kzbin.info/www/bejne/rniZqaaXbth-n6c And you can get them at: www.song-bike.com - Jonathan

[@oahukane]

John. I like the way you teach and explain things. Thank you.

[@jkehew1]

You're welcome, Oahu ! Please 'like' and subscribe and check out my newest videos at www.song-bike.com. Other videos are at kzbin.info. And you can receive news, updates, giveaways and cools posts if you 'like' my facebook page: facebook.com/mysongbike.

[@jasonbourne488]

I’m a newbie to the guitar although I’ve been playing piano for a while and understand theory. But barre chords have been elusive and this up-the-neck method is brilliant to let me play any chord I want to while still learning barre chords gradually. Looking forward to many more of your videos.

[@jkehew1]

You have exactly the right approach, Sharad! By the way, I've written several e-books you might be interested in: The Guitar: Week One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z117?card The Guitar: Month One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z6ys?card promo video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGG6gYp7jrpqb7s The DCG Trick: What Famous Bands Did With Easy Chords www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/yuut?card promo video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnnRcodjl8yhoLM Stay healthy and musical! Jonathan

[@jamesvergona5321]

My new favorite on KZbin, you really take the time to break it down , as well as going slow , and repeating it a few times so we can follow and absorb . a lot of dudes go to fast , some show of . You have a relaxed demeanor that really puts me at ease , and helps me to focus , so thanks for that bro. Keepem coming . well done

[@jkehew1]

Thanks a lot, James!! By the way, I have two new e-books out: The Complete Christmas Songbook and The Strum Pattern Bible. Here's are KZbin videos about them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hl7Co3SkqZ17iZI kzbin.info/www/bejne/rniZqaaXbth-n6c And you can get them at: www.song-bike.com - Jonathan

[@translateslowly]

I keep coming back to your videos and finding something new even though I watched this 10 years ago. Tanks amn!

[@jkehew1]

You're very welcome, TS! Here's my KZbin playlist of my newest videos called, "Instant Guitar Lessons." kzbin.info/aero/PLDv6rn4Y4BTszUtDL5M1qQHsPLyMZ3dHg Also, please check out my website www.song-bike.com for other videos and PDFs!

[@lisnagy8782]

Hello Jonathan, I am a singer/songwriter and I really appreciate you taking the time to make this video. I just learned some great new easy chord progressions and I thank you very much for that. I hope you have a great day. Lis

[@jkehew1]

Thanks Lis ! Send me a link to your songs: [e-mail]. Please 'like' and subscribe and check out my newest videos at www.song-bike.com. Other videos are at kzbin.info. And you can receive news, updates, giveaways and cools posts if you 'like' my facebook page: facebook.com/mysongbike.

[@nileshshah4397]

Thanks very much for this lesson, informative and very clear and fun to listen and try

[@BrooklynSailorBoy]

Wonderful lesson, Jonathan! Thank you. Another "senior beginner" here. This is the second lesson of yours I've watched after your Classic Blues Riff. As a retired teacher of many things, it's easy to recognize a master teacher. Please keep the lessons coming!

[@jameskenyon5989]

Jonathan I think you just enabled me to become 4x the guitar player I wa an hour ago ! Thank you so much - you really are the best !! Jim

[@melodylamour6123]

I finally got enough basics under the belt for this not to fry my brain. LOL Weeeee! What an eye opener. Thank you so much! It finally makes sense...finally means something. It means I'll be able to go up and down the fretboard and not be locked into just the first 5 frets. 🎈🎉❤️😁

[@jkehew1]

You got it, Melody!! By the way, I have a new book out, The Strum Pattern Bible. Here's a KZbin video about it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rniZqaaXbth-n6c And you can get it at: www.song-bike.com - Jonathan

[@sod4797]

Really a great video! Your videos flow smoothly and patiently but cover interesting and achievable results. From the few videos I’ve seen (but more to see soon), I can tell you are a kind person. Thank you!!

[@d.l.huntministries8131]

Hey man, you are awesome!! Thank you! I am 71 years old now, my where has the years gone!!

[@jkehew1]

Good to hear from you again, @d.l.huntministries8131! Please subscribe to my KZbin channel. If you're interested I have a FREE Blues Guide PDF & video available at my website www.song-bike.com. And I do a KZbin guitar Q&A livestream Saturdays at 5pm ET - check it out ! (here is the playlist of dozens of past livestreams: kzbin.info/aero/PLDv6rn4Y4BTsleyZoZ632uE1CFS6MVD36)

[@donavonmacallister3101]

Awesome subbed😊

[@retroghetto7646]

Nine years on and you just made my day thank you

[@jkehew1]

Hi RG! You are invited to join me this Saturday May 13, 2023 5pm ET for a free KZbin livestream Q+A all about learning, playing, practicing, and caring for guitars. You can text me your questions LIVE ! This Sat. 5pm ET on my KZbin channel kzbin.info. See you there !

[@sadieyoung1801]

Wow! Not only are you a great teacher who really gets HOW to educate, but you really make me feel confident as a guitar player. I'll be sure to let the world know you were the one who taught me my skills, when I take the world by storm! Thank you so much!

[@jkehew1]

Sadie, you GO! I do Skype lessons too so let me know if I can help!

[@KiheiVillages]

Jonathan, What a wonderful way you have in teaching. Kind, easygoing, for the new ones, yet a nice, calm, enthusiasm, for even someone who already knows this, (like me), but never had it explained like this before! I am moved to peruse your other offerings now! Aloha from Maui, and Thanks so much!

[@jkehew1]

Thanks geckotrap, wish I had some Maui weather here in CT. I'm posting a blues video soon. Check it out - hope you like it!

[@armandoloureiro7158]

can you believe how good this guy is, actually ridiculous

[@jkehew1]

I appreciate that, Armando! Here's a link to my newest video on KZbin - check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJKWmY1sbbh0r6s And I have an excellent website full of videos NOT available on youtube: www.song-bike.com When you become a member, you support my teaching an access a LOT of cool lessons ! Please check it out ! -Jonathan

[@TooTachy]

This lesson was utter perfection! Thank you so much for providing me with a warm, inviting , and encouraging way of learning to play guitar. I don't have enough to afford lessons, and I've been trying to teach myself for over a year, but your lessons have taught me so much already. I subscribed to you and truly hope you make more videos because you are an excellent teacher! Thank you!

[@nealfenton5504]

Jonathan, I only discovered you recently, and I'm most glad that I did. Your ability to simplify and not make what seems to be daunting or overwhelming less so is truly wonderful. Thank you for putting yourself out there. In a perfect world I would hire you as a private teacher, but I've not the luxury to do so. Thanks again!

[@lisamullendore7705]

omg,I have learned more in 5 min from ur videos then I ever have with any past teacher I had..you teach very very well and I can comprehend for the first time ,unlike any guitar teacher I had in the past..i could never understand wat past teachers were teaching me,but u r different..wow

[@davidmoore2325]

Hello....Hope you're doing good and staying safe?sensational

[@andybinns4993]

I am a beginner of 3 months i have a few chords and was playing around with D tonight and kind of realized this. So i thought i would youtube moving one chord up and down and found your video, so cool. This will a major help for me having fun whilst learning of stuff. I play a Gretsch open body streamliner, so unplugged it`s a acoustic, then i can plug my Fender mustang micro headphone amp. This is amazing thank you so much for this help, aged 56.

[@jkehew1]

Cool guitar, Andy! By the way, I have great guitar books and e-books available for instant download at www.song-bike.com. On sale through April - 30% off! Promo code: thirty

[@TheJohnnyA1]

Best half hour of learning today!! Thank you!

[@jkehew1]

You're very welcome, John! By the way, I have great guitar books and e-books available for instant download at www.song-bike.com. On sale through April - 30% off! Promo code: thirty

[@Nailgunskater]

Enjoy all of your lessons! Very good lesson to broaden ones use of full neck of guitar. I love the oldies and intros. The more I learn harder things, the more easy basic things will be.

[@jkehew1]

I appreciate that, NGS ! By the way, here are 3 links to my 3 e-books: The Guitar: Week One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z117?card The Guitar: Month One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z6ys?card The DCG Trick: What Famous Bands Did With Easy Chords www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/yuut?card And I have LOTS of videos at www.song-bike.com available to members. Please check it out !! And please subscribe to my KZbin channel! Wishing you a very musical 2020, Jonathan

[@daytoneman]

I've learned more from following you than any other method I've tried. Thank you Jonathan, keep up the excellent work!

[@jkehew1]

Thanks RV ! Please 'like' and subscribe and check out my website www.song-bike.com and my KZbin channel kzbin.info. And you can receive news, updates, and cools posts if you 'like' my facebook page: facebook.com/mysongbike.

[@joncarrier]

You are the best guitar teacher ever. Hands down.

[@jkehew1]

Jon Carrier Dude !

[@hardingmasonry]

I would have to agree. The way you explain is by far the easiest for me to understand on youtube. Great teacher and thank you so much!

[@zatoichimasseur6767]

i agrree.... i was trying to learn from some other guy ..... who confused the crap out me...

[@MovieMaker309]

I don't class myself as a beginner, but self teaching and improving via youtube (until lockdown is lifted and I can afford a local teacher) I do move chords around a bit because they sound good, but I had no idea how to find out what these chords are. The example using D major moving it up to become G then A, is a real light bulb moment!! Many thanks☺

[@poewitx]

I was wondering if we move the d “shape” up to the first fret if that’s a C chord? But I’m with you, old vid but this guy is really good, I’ve watched 3 of his vids so far, the on the blues is pretty cool. At 62 I’m just starting to learn, it’s my retirement plan, and you tube sure helps a whole lot🎸🎸🎸

[@AnnieandtheBangBang]

Thank you so much for taking your time and repeating information (I never had to stop and rewind to hear something again, because you built repetition into the lesson plan). This was so easy to watch and was immediately useful.

[@jkehew1]

I appreciate that, Annie! This video was filmed for public access TV where pausing and rewinding was not going to be an option. And I had to fill 30 minutes! By the way, I have a new book out: Easy Guitar Chord & Lead Tricks (Hal Leonard Publications) **you can order it here: www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/10frx?card Please check it out! Jonathan

[@themotiondoctor]

Thanks Jonathan. That was really helpful. Applied some music theory in an understandable way and showed how to move up the fretboard at the same time. Great!

[@jkehew1]

Hi TMD! You are invited to join me this Saturday May 13, 2023 5pm ET for a free KZbin livestream Q+A all about learning, playing, practicing, and caring for guitars. You can text me your questions LIVE ! This Sat. 5pm ET on my KZbin channel kzbin.info. See you there !

[@harishreddy4034]

Once again, ridiculously good teacher. Can't thank you enough for putting these up.

[@jkehew1]

I appreciate that, Harish! Don't forget, I have an excellent website full of videos NOT available on youtube: www.song-bike.com When you become a member, you support my teaching an access a LOT of cool lessons ! Please check it out ! -Jonathan

[@Zain-xg4kn]

I regret for not sticking to your lesson a year ago.72age from Malaysia.Tq song bike

[@user-ef8jm9xv7g]

Once again Jonathan! Another excellent lesson on "up the neck chords" thank you very much! Enjoyed it!

[@jkehew1]

Thanks for watching, Michael ! Please 'like' and subscribe and check out my website www.song-bike.com and my KZbin channel kzbin.info. And you can receive news, updates, and cools posts if you 'like' my facebook page: facebook.com/mysongbike.

[@Hontennis]

Really great stuff. I plan on studying all your videos. Thanks a lot!! Tim.

[@seaandskyandseandsky]

Fantastic!!!!!!!! thank you

[@davidcook4457]

I cant thank you enough your teaching and explaining of music theory is just the best after years of cant seeing the wood through the trees I'm now understanding and getting so much better you sir are the absolute best teacher your videos are so good you make learning new tricks and theory enjoyable and rewarding your the governor respect from across the pond London England

[@jkehew1]

I really appreciate that, David - hello from the States! By the way, here are 3 links to my 3 e-books: The Guitar: Week One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z117?card The Guitar: Month One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z6ys?card The DCG Trick: What Famous Bands Did With Easy Chords www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/yuut?card And I have LOTS of videos at www.song-bike.com available to members. Please check it out !! And please subscribe to my KZbin channel! Wishing you a very musical 2020, Jonathan

[@tonycurtis2891]

Tony Curtis Down Under again Jonathon, you bloody beauty matie, this is what I've been trying to find for a while now! That is why we love you so much in Australia. You are a great man & guitarist to boot! best wishesTony

[@trevanders]

As always, Jonathan is a great teacher; finds ways to make the session interesting and easy to follow. Thank you JK.

[@jkehew1]

You're very welcome, Trevor! By the way I have a new book: Easy Guitar Chord & Lead Tricks (Hal Leonard Publications.) Please check it out here: www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/10frx?card

[@KremerJohnson]

Great lesson... Thank you.

[@josephh151]

Thank you Sir, of all the online videos,I learn the most from your videos. Most of my progression of learning guitar is all your fault in a good way. Again thanks for teaching the way you do. I have learned so much, my wife is even impressed. But litterly being a basement guitar player with no one to play with I have come along way.

[@jkehew1]

I appreciate that, Joseph - that means a lot to me ! Don't forget to subscribe - I'm hoping to reach 100k subscribers ! And check out my website: www.song-bike.com

[@mikeboudreau3483]

Jonathan, I've picked the guitar up to spend some quality times with my 3 sons who play guitars and drums....your videos and teaching style have made the daunting task of learning the guitar much easier....I thank you for enabling me to make some great sounds with my sons at the now "Play to eat" BBQ get togethers that have become a neighborhood favorite! Keep up the great work....much appreciated! - Mike

[@jkehew1]

Mike Boudreau Hi Mike ! You get The Comment Of The Week Award ! That's what music is all about. Before the Rock Star was invented, MOST music was neighborhood music, if you know what I mean. Thanks for watching and please SUBSCRIBE and LIKE my facebook page : www.facebook.com,/mysongbike. My new website and new videos are almost ready ! www.song-bike.com

[@mikeboudreau3483]

jkehew1 Done! Keep up the great work Jonathan! Your inspiring to many to explore and grow their creative side!

[@mikeboudreau3483]

Mike Boudreau P.S. ....I'm in desperate need to learn how to pick at a beginner level....any exercises or videos would be greatly appreciated.

[@stephensmith1034]

Everything I need/want to know about playing the guitar lies with you. Thanks.

[@StoicTrader-]

This has been the single best video I've seen and learned from this far... You're such an incredible teacher. I've been practicing the boom cha strum from your other video and now learning this. I started playing a little over a month ago and I'm flourishing with your help.

[@jkehew1]

THANK YOU !! By the way, here are 3 links to my 3 e-books: The Guitar: Week One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z117?card The Guitar: Month One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z6ys?card The DCG Trick: What Famous Bands Did With Easy Chords www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/yuut?card And I have LOTS of videos at www.song-bike.com available to members. Please check it out !! And please subscribe to my KZbin channel! Wishing you a very musical 2020, Jonathan

[@matinee310]

I think this guy is a brill teacher and im a big fan of Marty and Steve Stein!!!! Excellent!!

[@Thedudenurse]

Fantastic video! I have been playing over 10 years but never really got into the mechanics, for lack of a better term, of music. The how and why chords are what they are. Loved the lesson!

[@jkehew1]

Thanks Greg ! Please 'like' and subscribe and check out my newest videos at www.song-bike.com. Other videos are at kzbin.info. And you can receive news, updates, giveaways and cools posts if you 'like' my facebook page: facebook.com/mysongbike.

[@jackarslanian9703]

Brilliant teacher . Just learnt so much on the "up the neck". Thanks Jonathan

[@jkehew1]

I appreciate that, Jack! Don't forget, I have an excellent website full of videos NOT available on youtube: www.song-bike.com When you become a member, you support my teaching an access a LOT of cool lessons ! Please check it out ! -Jonathan

[@supergrizzidentity]

I took lessons for years and I never learned a lot of this stuff. You're awesome!

[@jkehew1]

Brent Blankenship Thanks Brett! I'm happy to help. The learning never ends, right ? I'm filming new videos for my new website (www.song-bike.com.) Coming soon !! Please SUBSCRIBE (kzbin.info) and LIKE my facebook page (facebook.com/mysongbike.)

[@GeorgiePeorgieCoverTunes]

Well done sir. Thank you for sharing your experience with me. I greatly appreciate it.

[@johnredekop9256]

Great. Very easy to understand and helpful. I’m learning upside down(left-handed) but it all works great.

[@jkehew1]

Thanks for making my day! More videos coming soon!

[@andrewmcarthur3843]

For the C shape, i use my pinky on the high E string 3rd fret. When you move that up you get nice D, E flat, F and G chords

[@rephibian]

I love your lessons...I just played for two hours...my fingers are screaming!

[@jkehew1]

rephibian Hi r, good practice session! Take a break now and then - nothing wrong with that ! Please SUBSCRIBE (kzbin.info) and LIKE my facebook page (facebook.com/mysongbike.) I'm filming new videos for my new website (www.song-bike.com.) Coming soon !!

[@veronicadolan3321]

I love the way you explain everything so clearly I often get lost with other teachers but not with you thank you 👍😊

[@jkehew1]

You're welcome, Veronica !

[@markeytube8581]

Thanks Jonathan, This lesson has helped me the most. I actually feel like I am getting somewhere now.

[@jkehew1]

Thanks, MT! Here's a link to my newest video on KZbin - check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJKWmY1sbbh0r6s And I have an excellent website full of videos NOT available on youtube: www.song-bike.com When you become a member, you support my teaching an access a LOT of cool lessons ! Please check it out ! -Jonathan

[@AbbyPlaysThePiano]

Progressing in my guitar playing and being confined to my home now because of the Coronavirus i thought I would do this Lesson of yours, because I can't have any guitarlessons by my own teacher. I had lots of fun with this lesson ! Thanks man !

[@jkehew1]

You're welcome, Anita! By the way, here are 3 links to my 3 e-books: The Guitar: Week One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z117?card The Guitar: Month One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z6ys?card The DCG Trick: What Famous Bands Did With Easy Chords www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/yuut?card And I have LOTS of videos at www.song-bike.com available to members. Please check it out !! And please subscribe to my KZbin channel! Stay healthy and musical, Jonathan

[@steveeaster625]

Thank you for getting me started on moving up the neck frets. Awesome teacher 👍 Cheers Steve (NSW, Australia)

[@jkehew1]

I really appreciate that, Steve! By the way, here are 3 links to my 3 e-books: The Guitar: Week One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z117?card The Guitar: Month One www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/z6ys?card The DCG Trick: What Famous Bands Did With Easy Chords www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/yuut?card And I have LOTS of videos at www.song-bike.com available to members. Please check it out !! And please subscribe to my KZbin channel! Wishing you a very musical 2020, Jonathan

[@lightfoot413]

Thank you jonathan.have toyed with this concept but you opened it up for me in my mind..great teaching brother...

[@jkehew1]

Thanks so much, Larry! By the way, I just wrote my first guitar book ! It goes along with my D-C-G Trick video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZDUoXeqm7GaqZo And I made a NEW D-C-G Trick video to go along with the book - you can see it and buy the book here: www.song-bike.com. And I have LOTS of videos at www.song-bike.com available to members. Please check it out !! And please subscribe to my KZbin channel!

[@cameronsimonton2515]

Fascinating and most enjoyable way of teaching and learning 😮

[@jkehew1]

I appreciate that, JS! Here's my KZbin playlist of my newest videos called, "Instant Guitar Lessons." kzbin.info/aero/PLDv6rn4Y4BTszUtDL5M1qQHsPLyMZ3dHg Also, please check out my website www.song-bike.com for other videos and PDFs!