8 Things I Wish I Knew As A Beginner Guitarist

[@KydaIndie]

You seriously inspire me so much. I got back into music during the quarantine, so I’m not totally new but this advice is some stuff I think I should try!!!

[@eduardolegall9063]

Helen, Thanks for the advice. You’re wonderful. I like your sincerity and honesty.

[@kemigyrl1]

Exactly!

[@IStruggleWithGuitar]

0:49 - Record Yourself 2:13 - Create Your Own 4:00 - Play in time 4:53 - Learn Basic Theory 6:03 - Your tone is in your hands 7:30 - Ear training 8:39 - Learn the whole song 10:12 - Have fun! Great advise not only for guitarists, but for musicians who play any kind of instrument. Good stuff!

[@w.kajokaya4919]

I am a teacher. Sitting here and listening to you teach I am thinking "this teacher is excellent!" Oh, where are the imojis on the youtube comment page? I want to express the way I feel inside. Oh here it is ❤️. I copied this from whatsapp. Helen Ibe ❤️🎸🌹!

[@Jamaicangurl81]

Playing a whole song... Aww man.. It gives such a moral boost. I've just learned my first whole song (tho I'm still working on better chord changes) and it feels so cool

[@mwiyasitumbeko8400]

I turned 58 last August and can only play air guitar! I will get there these are valuable lessons for me. Thank you!

[@HelenIbemusic]

Best of luck!🤗

[@JoeBob461]

I have a lot to learn about guitar and music, and anytime I find myself stuck in a rut I view one of Helen Ibe's videos to help me get back on track. Thank you Ms. Helen.

[@HelenIbemusic]

Wow, thanks!

[@Yorubatroublemaker]

Would love to know about your guitar journey if you haven’t made a video about that already 🙂

[@LMS_HQ]

You're such as breath of fresh air, Helen. I'm sure the world could be a better place when it contained more people like you. Love your positive energy.

[@jonathanauguste2203]

Helen carries beauty for the whole world💞omg! STAY BLESSED🙏🏼

[@dturnerjr64]

For me learn the Major and Relative Minor scales. Pretty simple once you get the concept of pentatonic scale. Also, recording yourself, starting out sometimes we forget to breathe and pinch vocals. Great video, by the way.

[@HailinBlue]

Ok, I'm just say'n,,, I love that guitar pillow lol!

[@HelenIbemusic]

Thank you. I love it too❤

[@aboutasong1210]

Me too..where did you get it ?

[@frankdonizete5167]

Helen, i love watch you playing guitar!

[@JazzgutsVGvanKampen]

When I started playing there was no internet, I'm an old school player, learned all by ear from recordings, I never use tabs from internet, I later went to the conservatory and trained my ears with solfège.I got jazz lessons from trumpet player Charles Green, he gave me a tremendous tip: Vic when you improvise keep the chord sequence in mind and try to build your solo's in this way, try to play so that the serious listener knows where you are, also your feeling for form gets very solid, your tips are very valuable, musical grestings Vic.

[@HelenIbemusic]

Thank you so much Siir. The old school method is still one of the best ways to learn in my own opinion. Lol. I did not know Charles green, but I went and checked him out. He sounds Amazing! You learned from the best! Thank you for sharing this vital tip with us 🙏🏽

[@lucasgm03]

Sweet teacher I ever seen and simple to explain, congrats!

[@xxnonstopdancingxx]

that’s so true about developing a good clean tone, it’s an art to pick up any guitar, plug into any amp and find a great clean tone 👍

[@BluPtahYoa]

Out of all my 12 years of playing guitar i have did all these 8 tips from the beginning..its confirmation to why i love hearing myself as well as others that play guitar..thanks you are Gem that has inspired me to keep going even more...cant wait to start my KZbin page and show my experience also..peace

[@mrpreacherman8262]

I remember when I started my guitar journey 8 yrs ago. Much love to ya sista stay up blessed and you.

[@mrtommypickelz3441]

Thank you for spreading your positive vibes. :)

[@cedricfreeman448]

I really like the point of effectively and logically applying. A classical guitarist also advised me to learn a smattering of music. No knowledge of music! "one would omly be a functional illiterate" Excellent points(tone, by ear etc) You are on a good path.

[@MarkZabel]

ES 335 pillow. YES on recording yourself!!

[@martinrhodes1619]

You can get the pillow on Amazon for $10. Just ordered one inspired by Helen’s!

[@MarkZabel]

@@martinrhodes1619 Thanks!

[@kemigyrl1]

Hey, Mark Zabel! Love your channel too.

[@HelenIbemusic]

Thank you so so much! Love your channel❤❤

[@MarkZabel]

@@HelenIbemusic Thank you Helen! The same goes for me about your channel and I'm happy your channel is "blowing up." Maybe I could interview you sometime?!?! That would be a big favor to me, so no pressure of course. Stay safe, healthy, and happy!

[@BernardJAdams-ds5ub]

Great Teacher you are, Thanks for sharing Helen 💯❤️🎶❤️👍🏻👍🏻

[@bernardmwaura8164]

You are just aamazing Helen....... You actually said it all......

[@goodnewsthegn]

You are a great music teacher. Some know to play very well but not good at teaching the art and craft. You play and teach with an amazing enthusiasm and natural expression. I love you and wish you the very best of your dreams.

[@ithrisisyphe5561]

Thanks for the advises . Your are so fantastic. Sure you are a good teacher. Your smile gives joy. Thanks for all.. Love you Helen 🙏🙏😍😍😘❤

[@Emanual0607]

Much love!!!

[@bassman4string660]

Take from me Helen, I know exactly where you're coming from. Very Good Teaching. 💯🎸🎸💕🎶🎶

[@OsbornIOW]

So here I am in my lounge with you,Helen talking on the TV. It feels like you are talking to me. :) Lovely, friendly, sometimes funny, informative advice. I must admit I am one of those guilty of never learning a song right through. Although I have created and recorded many tunes and one complete song of my own music, words and even sang it myself. Like many folk I am still learning but just loving the growing ability that I achieve (Although slowly) . But mainly having FUN. Lovely video Helen Thank you.

[@ooreoluwamoyinoluwa2903]

Thanks for inspiring me everytime. Anytime I feel lazy to play I'll just come here to watch one of your videos and then I get motivated 😁

[@derekholiday6576]

Brilliantly said , I’m a keyboard player what you said help me , thank you I hope it helped every musician, yes it’s all about having enjoying yourself and encouraging others. God Bless

[@derekholiday6576]

Shaolin Hooper ..... I’m from Maryland

[@ferdinesaintsimon2859]

Thanks Helen for all these amazing advices!! My dear menthor!🥰🤩🤩

[@mfpreviews6495]

I can't play one note, I don't know Jack about guitar playing. But I'm still listening anyway 😀

[@holydrill.production]

I love the way she laughs after doing something funny 😂, I'm subscribing right away

[@emmittluckey8570]

Thank you. You gave some great advice. Recording yourself helps see where improvement is needed and your 💪 strengths.

[@coastalphriends4913]

OMG! Love that pillow!!!

[@LifeIsForSinging]

Thank you so much!! This is very solid advice. Im coming back to guitar actually learning the fretboard and understanding how to move up and down with freedom. its been beautiful and it can be so amazing to just play around with any scale with the backing track on youtube because i finally feel freee to play my own expression instead of learning a song

[@zm_raw_sounds]

Playing guitar is my dream i don't know how long it's gonna take me to get there. have been here enjoying everything you do. All lessons and advice are put in my box. Thanks

[@Trenchant463]

Top advice!! Timing and hearing yourself recorded are really key. Thanks Helen.

[@Hello_I_Must_Be_Going]

All your points are spot on! 👍😎

[@ivainezharris2279]

You are like my pretty daughter I never had. I can relate to you and perhaps this explains why I am learning so quickly. I am a long time student who never made it to where I was trying to go, musically. I have a wonderful personal instructor, but, I am still experiencing not being able to move faster because of the hourly lessons once a week. I understand that only so much can be taught in an hour. Your videos are moving me so much faster, plus, I can revisit your lessons anytime and as often as possible. As a result, I am really growing musically. I have gone through all of your lessons. My confidence is soaring! Someday, I hope to compensate you for helping to create this new me on the guitar. God bless!

[@HelenIbemusic]

This is wonderful news, do glad i was able to help in my own little way. I wish you all the best Iva❤❤

[@ivainezharris2279]

♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺♥️♥️♥️

[@livegoalofficial]

Be blessed..I'm learning a lot from you

[@EternalLife91]

Knowledge is power :)

[@eeboy1778]

Really helpful. Such a lovely personality too Helen, it is as enjoyable listening to you talk and give advice, as it is to listen to your playing. Thanks Helen 🙏

[@josephthompson6942]

Wow your spirit is as beautiful as your face and your playing. Thanks for the advice you are amazing. You are perfect to me

[@HelenIbemusic]

Thank you! 😊

[@cornishwildlifeadventures3713]

Thank you for taking the time to do your videos Helen☺️. You definitely don’t need any overdrive! ☺️x

[@HelenIbemusic]

You’re welcome 😊

[@deotio2768]

Girl you are my inspiration. I've Got to get this. Thanks for the tips

[@DorothyOzmaLover]

Great tip about trying to create something of your own from what you've learned and making it musical while playing in time. As a guitar composer for bk trailers performing originals that represent a story, I so relate to your tip about learning theory since it teaches why something sounds good and theory teaches how to develop something a more unique sound than what's typically done. You're such a marvelous mentor!

[@chr15tree]

I love the learn by ear tip. The one thing that I have got from learning by ear is that you dont always hear things perfectly and your brain sometimes fills in bits or may misinterpret a phrase, what that means is that you end up adding your own expression to the song rather than perfect copy.

[@HelenIbemusic]

That's right!

[@bassmanray40]

Thanks for sharing,I play bass still learning so every bit of knowledge help🤜🤛🇿🇦

[@bereketlemma]

እናመሰግናለን! በጣም ጠቃሚ ምክሮች ናቸው ተባረኪ

[@TheShubbah]

Great advice and tips. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge and experience with us!

[@danwright718]

Love your channel, keep up the amazing music!

[@viktoriajuhasz6937]

Thank you very much Helen!

[@christophergreenman3755]

Thank you so much for what you do! You are an inspiration, very infectious. Thank you for the advice! Now on to my mistakes... :)

[@niviamendez1958]

Great advice! Yes, I've always found theory challenging! Thank you for this video.

[@coycarlson4979]

SURELY - great beginner advice - AND - point # 8 , HAVE FUN is super important , if you think about it - why would you want to play if it cannot be fun . 😊✌️✌️

[@danickmufunte3205]

Quiet Epic Helen!!!

[@JohnNKuria]

Wow!.🎸🎼🎶🎵👌 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙 Excellent pieces of advice indeed. You are a wonderful teacher Helen. Be blessed. 🙏🙏🙏

[@rogerbranton1752]

Helen....that's the best pillow!!

[@pelumiolaoye9680]

Thanks for sharing this Helen, real helpful. About the buying gear bit, you got me, lol. Definitely putting a hold to that having listened to this.

[@redshift912]

Thank you for your videos. Really appreciate it .

[@RxSentinel]

Thanks a lot... This helps me a lot... What you said about the "maaajor" miiinoor" 🤣🤣🤣

[@toystory922]

THANK YOU!!!!! So much

[@HelenIbemusic]

You're welcome!

[@Mr.KeionDerey]

Love your video's. I have been watching since the beginning. It is great to see you shining. Keep going my friend.

[@riverman6655]

Very good advice for beginners Helen....you cover some really important issues for beginners. I know many lead guitarists who have no dynamics without their pedals...can't play clean at all..just sounds flat. I think of the pick and the flesh of my fingers as tone controls..picks sound different when used on the round edge or the pointed edge. but fingertips sound really, really warm

[@bruceabbott1001]

i love your inspiration helen, keep up the good work girl, your awesome

[@RobertCarter7512]

My girl Helen great pointers and tips , i been playing since i was 12 and i do play by ear i used to make grave mistakes like tuning the guitar to where the finger board would be perfect for my thumb , umm bad idea lmao but i did tape myself i sounded like a cat crying but i got beter and yes years later i still learn other things to , im playing my great grandfathers acoustic guitar that was given to me when he passed back in 1989 , the guitar is 70 years old and i did make a song for a girl i used to date , i only wish i was there next to you jamming away with you ,it be awesome ,again my sweet Helen great vid and great pointers of the day

[@paulsenangelo8405]

Hello friend, can you guide me to be a great guitarist too?

[@chinonsoanikwue1766]

Good one..you are every good

[@tinashejonhera5682]

I really like the points of have raised here 👏🏿👏🏿really profound. Thank you

[@josephq2228]

💜2020✨thank you for sharing Helen Ibe, you play beautifully 🎸 🙏Millennium-Lance and the Open Scroll 🌹 keeping the Faith... 💜😎

[@reginaldwalker3298]

Helen, thank u....you inspire me to keep going! You are beautiful and talented keep up the great work

[@weekendwarrior9570]

Excellent video and process. Thank you for sharing. Keep up the inspiration....

[@metaldad1967]

Awesome advice! And your are just amazingly positive and beautiful! One thing I would add, and this is more for myself; as much as possible, stay far away from, avoid constantly, people who consistently go out of their way to tell you how much you suck. They'll say that they're just being constructive, trying to make you better, etc. When in reality they just want to hold you back if you let them. As a beginner, you're already hard on yourself so having someone who is even less musical( trust me I've been there) in your ear with nothing but negativity under the guise of "friendly motivation, or advice" only adds to your beginner's insecurity.

[@Nospoon777]

Keep it up Helen!!!!😎

[@garlandtabb1432]

Going to say what everybody been saying about you (Simply Inspirational and Spiritual). You have inspired me to smile and be happy while I play because I get so serious that I forget to have fun....... Thank you for being you

[@poppadukes1273]

much wisdom, young lady

[@sampsonpaintsil52]

Will do

[@OneBreathStudio]

These are great tips to add to my guitar journey! Learning guitar has been one of the best decisions in my life:) Thanks!

[@ferdinesaintsimon2859]

Repost 👍

[@baraka256]

gems 💎 Thank you 🙏🏿

[@carlbowden4712]

Really excellent Helen!

[@doressa_mux]

You are amazing for sharing that. Thank you so much. I am excited to embark on this journey and you've allowed me to see where I need to pinpoint my focus. Keep being great, your channel is very needed xo.

[@realtalkwithphil]

Great Advice!!!

[@HelenIbemusic]

Glad you think so!

[@inyunganizistar]

Thanks a lot for these tips Helen

[@MONA-lk6rd]

Hai Helen you can do anything .go on

[@innocentneemamuwaya5584]

you are just something special. you make me find a video and weigh it against your material. i have problems trusting other material because of you have set a very high standard. thanks again

[@elijahking2995]

I had to watch the video twice because I was distracted by your face the first time 😍😍😍. Thank you and will be practicing these techniques 😊

[@daniellapierre9798]

Thank you so much for those great tips, you open my mindset a bit bigger, you are very interesting to hear, you basically teach me a few years in a few minutes and as you get older the more you get in minutes the more fun you have in real time, thanks Helen,

[@DonVickyTv]

You are excellent dear,your advice is owesome and I must confess! You are great

[@MVDumont]

Thanks for these valuable tips, Helen! You're great!

[@HelenIbemusic]

Glad you think so!

[@ruddbwoycc2893]

Oh yeah.. awesome !! Very good video !! Thanks from France.👍 Number 8: HAVE FUN.

[@elizabethholloway3244]

Thank you

[@ivainezharris2279]

Great and inspiring metaphors and recommendations. The Vdami pedal is on my goal sheet for purchase, soon.x

[@HelenIbemusic]

Who is so amazing! You definitely have to try it out! It's going to save you so much time!

[@victorbullen1370]

Go gggiiirrrlll!!

[@TeeFetch]

good tips ty. the upside down bricks are tripping me out .

[@goldbluetears]

holy sh.. now I cant unsee it

[@HelenIbemusic]

lol

[@TeeFetch]

@@HelenIbemusic ya warped my fragile lil mind

[@BASSMATICSTV]

Thank you dear❤

[@stephendavis5530]

I can play the 3 guitar solos from the Pink Floyd track Money (well...four technically) but I don't know the chords to the song!! I am also trying to break the habit of just downpicking, but I am finding it really hard to do. I taught myself mainly from books and back in the day, none of them to my recollection ever mentioned alternate picking - they just told you to pluck the string. My hand positioning is not the greatest either and I sometimes accidentally mute other strings with my fingers when I form chords, particularly barre chords. I think I have come a long way, but I have much much further to go and I really have to get my head down and practice. I have actually recorded myself on a DAW, but through the computer mics. The sound quality from this is pretty lousy though. I do agree that it is a great way to see what your good at and what you really need to work on.

[@HamzatOluwapelumi]

Having fun in the guitar has always been my thing 💃

[@hottamanful]

You are a queen.. Love from Sudan 🌷

[@mcnckarl]

Awesome advice... So glad u share your journey 😊

[@HelenIbemusic]

You are so welcome

[@duckie.duckie]

Helen you're the best

[@freak49]

If you take theory make sure its aimed towards guitar. I took a music theory class in college and spent half the time trying to figure out how this applies to guitar. Also don't neglect learning chords rather than just hot licks. Most of all DO NOT get a brain tumor - a tumor trashed my left hand.

[@HelenIbemusic]

omg I hope you are well now!

[@ephraimkalanje7105]

Excellent tips from one Hellen Ibe!

[@HelenIbemusic]

Glad you think so!