How to Play Bar Chords (Fully Explained)

[@undriftedpop788]

Bro…bro I was literally trying to learn bar chords last night. This man is litterly our guitar savior.

[@Admiral_Grufus]

0:57 "chords are groups of notes that sound good when they're all played together at the same time" Augmented and Diminished chords: Allow us to introduce ourselves

[@simonsanchezkumrich8489]

Augmented and diminished sound good, their dissonances can be consonant. Ambient or space music uses lots of augmented chords, jazz uses diminished chords too. Its a bad definition definitely though

[@kevinnickens]

Augmented and Diminished chords are my enemy

[@GoldenOcelot11]

@@simonsanchezkumrich8489jazz uses a crap ton more than just diminished, augmented and naturals as well as sevenths are most common (not saying you were saying jazz only uses diminished just so others know)

[@celestexo1999]

Something I noticed is that diminished chords are good for creating suspense and tension and then resolving it with the next chord.

[@Frank-ie8dh]

"Just press harder" it worked, left a like

[@aeea3306]

Instructions unclear, i have now opened a bar

[@kevinnickens]

That’s the American dream, accidentally stumble into owning your own small business!

[@bawii22]

uhm i pryed a bar open?

[@vsatya4364]

Except no drinks served !😂😅

[@Eddyvnhln5150]

Better be a pirate barre because there’s extra Rrrrs in a Barre chord lol

[@mellowmallow2013]

Barretender: "What u gonna have today sir?" Me: "Yo, I'm feelin a Bmaj today"

[@AP-wc1kf]

This guy keeps on using this word "guitar" but provides no explanation. Outrageous!

[@GIXXERUKX]

🤣

[@markbrown7103]

One of the hardest things to do is keeping that first finger straight and not bending it back toward you. I have been playing guitar since 1974 and when I first started, this was one of the hardest things for me to do. It’s all in the past now, but I so appreciate you teaching people this because we didn’t have that in 1974. I was actually taking guitar lessons from soul surfer Johnny Fortune at David Platt music in Ontario. I was 23 years old. I’ve been playing every since I was 22. I know people go through a lot of hell to learn how to play this instrument. It’s not easy to play a guitar, especially when you’re a solo instrumental guitarist there’s nothing simple about it. It’s a lot of hard work thanks for your video. I appreciate you a lot. You’re really helping a lot of people out. I say thanks😀👍🎸🐂🎵🎶🎸😎

[@tagliatelle]

sometimes i'm sad that i didn't learn to play guitar a few years sooner but then i remember that if i had, i wouldn't have been able to use your videos to learn

[@IchbinSeppi]

I have been watching your vids for some weeks now and this is the point were the new stuff I don't already know starts. But you explain everything so well and well structured that I can understand it without problems. Also all the random guitar things I heard from friends and on youtube start making sense and start to connect with each other.

[@kevinnickens]

That’s great! Yeah connecting and organizing guitar info is what I like doing on this channel so I’m glad you’re getting benefit out of it!

[@frederickhunter4649]

Too much talking ,demonstrate more playing which is more effective

[@TommyCrossen]

I'm not at level 3 yet, but when I am, I'm gonna watch the ever loving shit out of this video.

[@kevinnickens]

This comment got an audible laugh out of me 😂

[@419]

Some more tips on how to make barre's easier: - Pull the guitar in with your right elbow to help your left hand push down on the strings - Use the side of your finger to barre the strings (less fat and more bone makes them press down better) - Make sure you're not too close or too far away from the fret. Being too close means no matter how hard you press, some strings will never ring right. But being too far means they require more force.

[@even7531]

thanks

[@scottgallison2274]

And don't try bar chords if you have a cheap guitar with horrible action. That'll make ya quit.

[@AdamJStoryDC]

Been playing for years and never had it explained like this. This video was AWESOME. I loved it. Thank you for explaining it the way you did. Now I UNDERSTAND stuff.

[@firemonkey1015]

I’ve been playing guitar for awhile, playing really technical pieces but never cared much to make my own music. I skipped out on a lot of the very fundamental basics. It’s so nice coming to this video, taking in all the knowledge, without needing to focus on technique at all. Super informative and great.

[@matthewselle1904]

For the video, I've been practicing barre chords for a couple weeks now but your roadmap and video have made them much easier to learn. Your also funny so thats nice

[@connerhunt4612]

Thanks man. You are a lifesaver. I've been struggling to play bar chords for a very long time

[@Ballinout30]

My finger said hell no, you're asking too much of me.

[@Eddyvnhln5150]

You can see some musicians turn finger sideways lay it on its side , for some people this is the key that unlocks Barr chords

[@Ballinout30]

@@Eddyvnhln5150 Thanks I'll try it and give you an update if it worked.

[@kaustubh6658]

​@@Ballinout30Did it work??

[@Ballinout30]

@@kaustubh6658 it worked but even that requires practice my bro, so it better to practice the best technique or if you're free do both if you like.

[@ksarecords8099]

Hey Jerry Garcia was missing a finger and he’s one of the best of all time

[@McKenna.1230]

These videos keep getting better and better every time. Keep it up!!

[@kevinnickens]

Thanks babe

[@aj6417]

The best guitar instruction and lesson I'v heard and seen on KZbin ever, absolutely awesome! Thanks..

[@sythv3]

I hate bar chords

[@stephenhinds3160]

Same

[@rocklee6306]

Real

[@Idk_to_be_honset]

Real bro

[@HidamAbinash]

I love barr chords

[@catinnacup]

ACTUALLY smashed my head in trying to learn 'lovesong' by beabadoobee

[@CaptainBrash]

Damn, you are a seriously good content creator/teacher. Your jokes are funny (well, 50/50 which isn't bad!) The magic though is even on the most basic videos you effortlessly fit in some theory which can either be ignored or taken in. As a returning player who's feeling a bit lost this stuff is gold and you've given me some direction on relearning old stuff and where to focus on new stuff. Most content creators either focus on practical or theory. Or have a big divide between their content that focuses on one or the other so the way you fit it in is amazing. Very unique and look forward to rewatching your videos with a notepad and seeing where your channel goes. 😊

[@Jeremy-vm4vf]

absolutely top tier quality as always, keep up the great work

[@scottgallison2274]

I was just trying to explain bar chords over the phone to a beginning guitarist. Saw this vid and immediately sent it to him. Trying to explain how the E major open chord is the same fingering as the A major bar chord (with the bar) was just not working at all. Nice job. You didn't go into the ability to easily play 7ths etc.,using bar chords, but once someone gets the basics, some of the other stuff will come. Nice job, thanks

[@TheRemnant_Fellowship]

This was incredibly helpful! Thank you so much! 🙏🏾

[@kevinnickens]

Glad to help!

[@ajitkoirala4755]

You just earned a subscriber. Never seen a better guitar instructor

[@lamontprospect9974]

Thank you for taking the time to make this lesson. I guess the bottom line is, no pain, no gain. Good job. This can't be an easy subject to teach. 🙏🕊️👍

[@TommyMedal]

You can modify initial barre practice to be even easier, by putting a capo on the 1st fret. Then go from the 12th to 2nd fret instead. Or capo a higher fret to make it even easier. Also, great channel, bro.

[@kevinnickens]

You’re right, I should have mentioned that! Thanks!

[@scottgallison2274]

yeah, and while you do it, you can explain the role that the capo typically plays, which is to be the bar.

[@hg4792]

Wow, i wish my guitar teacher was as good as you when it came to explain theory stuff... Love your videos 😊 they are so helpful. Thanks for making this videos. Lots of love from germany. 👋

[@pr35t0n]

Dude, you rock. Thanks for the info! You have become my primary guitar teacher.

[@Yeriiiiiiiii]

That naming convention part of the video was the most helpful piece of advice I’ve ever received. Wow

[@bowmanmccullough3759]

Witty, funny, informative, and waaaay too knowledgeable of what state I am at 3 am insomnia days 😂😂

[@camzdoxx7497]

What an awesome video bro. I'm not the smallest guy in the room but these bars are humbling my finger strength. Awesome tips bro

[@luwisethapane]

Dude 15 years i have been waiting for someone to do a video with simple explanation on hot to play Barre chords! Great video and channel keep up the great work! Thanks you

[@JerryBarto-tb8cb]

Best instruction ever on bar chords!

[@vsatya4364]

Thanks! Kevin for chordplaining detailed method for barre chords. 🙏

[@kevinnickens]

I like that, “chordplaining”

[@jamesmilano1477]

This is simply one of the most impressive easy ways to remember barre chords. Super great watch and not over bearing whatsoever! Great job!

[@scottsoucy6818]

I appreciate the simple explanation, helped a lot.

[@kevinnickens]

Glad it helped!

[@job.6474]

Dude this is the first time I have actually understood barre chords. Now to build those callouses on my index finger XD Thank you!

[@kevinnickens]

Happy to help!

[@DiAngelo629Valdez]

Just started the video. I can already tell that I'm going to like him

[@rikariskedlife]

Bro I love this dude he’s so straight forward😂❤

[@GuitarLearningFL]

Only video on here about barre chords that is worth watching. Well done. 🔥

[@kaboomsihal1164]

thanks for actually explaining. I watched a bunch of different "beginner lessons" videos and soooo many of them just go "so this is where you press down, and then strum it, and that's what we call a power chord!".... WHAT do we call a damn power chord? That one specific combination of strings with that specific pattern? What does it mean??

[@bminus_215]

yo! your content is super helpful, thank you

[@andrewchiusiwa3487]

Wow. Bro just explained all bar chords in such a simple and straight forward way👏🔥

[@philipmaroko3859]

I love how you explain it. Thanks ❤

[@JanIvan-fg5zx]

Bro, i love this guy! Kinda like a comedy teacher

[@GamerNationFilms]

Commenting for the algorithm, your content is fantastic!

[@AdamCulp]

Thanks, man. So well explained. First time viewer, will be looking at more of your content.

[@zackmak9194]

In guitar lessons, practicals are more important than verbal discourses.

[@Damnnbro1]

Subbed. Your videos have been a huge help! I’ve been following the levels to fill my learning gaps for about a month now, and it’s been working great. Keep it up!

[@Tim82621]

You are such a good teacher

[@Nikki61219]

Great video. A lot of info here, but very clear ❤ I really appreciate your teaching style 😊 new subscriber 🎉

[@holirumicsfriend]

Absolutely Great video!

[@angelgabrielgonzalez6473]

The best barre chord video! Thank you sir!!

[@lebowski_io]

that intro was everything i needed to subscribe and like this video

[@aqilismm]

i rlly love ur vids keep goin my man😁🔥

[@Mendelevius]

Lowering my action fixed every issue I had. I would also recommend lighter strings possibly at first.

[@projectndv]

Great videos Kevin - I am learning a lot. Thank You!!!

[@AzureyeLDN]

Really helpful. Thanks man 👍

[@myronjohnson6799]

This was a good review for someone who needs to dust off his guitar. Thanks.

[@jonraihala]

Great video! I totally use it at my intermediate-early level

[@Snshine257]

Excellent lesson. Thank you!

[@Dawn-fy7be]

Ok I love the thrown in humour, especially since you can keep a straight face.

[@Martha.rose2000]

This was so helpful! Thank you! :)

[@kevinnickens]

Thanks!

[@ericray7173]

An interesting thing worth noting is that the 6 string Major shape is identical to the 5 string minor shape. It’s just moving everything up one string. Also, I would dare to say, that , especially for rock musicians, learning Barre Chords should take priority over even learning open chords due to their versatility.

[@XpreS4Studio]

This is great content ! Congratulations !

[@agelesskidxd]

First of all… Calm down 😂

[@riki_XD]

No I'm mad Bar chords makes me mad

[@riki_XD]

My left hand is destroyed

[@Dimelo.R]

@@riki_XDwe got this bro

[@unknownunknown-zz2ew]

@@riki_XDhow r u doing now with them

[@sanim_nubx]

Yo bro i was suffer to makes barre bt now(💪) juat dont give up​@@riki_XD

[@With-one-wing]

Love your humor!

[@57barryt]

Thank you Great explanation 😊

[@kevinnickens]

Thanks for watching!

[@GigiTelevision]

Excellent video

[@Grandpa0100]

3:05am actually, but you were pretty close...

[@kevinnickens]

You and me both brother

[@UsusjsjsA]

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[@npmeyer77]

Bro, this was awesome. Gonna troll through the rest of your stuff! Good shit.

[@kevinnickens]

Thanks!

[@habtamumulu7720]

Thank you🙏💙 God bless you to His own Glory🙏

[@kenchap_]

This guy is the best wtf where has he been

[@kevinnickens]

I been right here g

[@deegee1317]

No matter what I do the B string never rings our i position and re-position no matter how many times I try I can’t get that one and only B string to ring , I don’t want to get the easiest way I want to learn how to play the bar as playing other chords will open up for me in the future by learning this

[@deegee1317]

Update: wow 2 months since I posted this? I finally got it now working on other Barr cards and switching between them, also not exactly easy.

[@StedmanTesca]

Wow..he makes everything simpler 😮

[@mikedrummin6461]

Very helpful tips!

[@simonsanchezkumrich8489]

I want u to make a video about how to not keep quitting practicing guitar and getting stuck and frustrated, u seem like u might be able to help a ton w that 🙏

[@kevinnickens]

Great suggestion!

[@Enryu_CZX]

Play what you like people quit because they dont love or dont have enough interested in the instrument to make them keep playing listen to guitar covers solos or fingerstyle watch guitar covers of your favorite music i did that and thought damn thats cool and i wanna be able to do all that, thats what kept me going for all those years KZbin players like, John Nathan cordy, sungha jung, alip bata, sophie burrel, josephine alexandra, ichika nito, tim hension etc etc i regularly watch all these players to keep myself motivated and ofc i enjoy listening to them

[@Enryu_CZX]

And honestly you will get stuck and feel frustated you definitely will everyone does but doesn't let us stop practicing because look what lies beyond imagine yourself playing all those cool stuffs. make that a routine at least 2 hours everyday thats bare minimum think about like this you have to study even though you dont like it MAKE THAT AN EVERYDAY ROUTINE

[@gamingwithboringguy4830]

Brother i am from India and I want to tell you one thing please don't stop making videos because i am following your every video and if you will Stop teaching i will not be able to learn because I can't afford guitar classes so please don't stop making videos.

[@isabelheredero6959]

Great video!! I'm the 1K like to the video 🤩

[@kevinnickens]

Sweet! Thank you!

[@torixa371]

My fingers are so tiny! 😭

[@tylergrote5632]

The most real intro I’ve ever seen

[@Noobmaster-v4u]

Thx, i fkn love bar chords.

[@nilseng99]

How high up the fretboard do you think we should be able to play barr chords? Is it worth spending the time to practice them in the very high frets? (Same for PowerChords) Love your Videos 😍❤️

[@kevinnickens]

Only until the 12th fret, you would never play them beyond that point in the real world. Thanks for the compliment!

[@FEV3RYT]

"... If you are unfamiliar with chords..." Give me a moment... I need to gather myself after that one.

[@arcelius8255]

So I saw this video by Marty music saying that a good way to make bar chords is to use the side of your finger which is harder and more boney as well as other tips on how to do bar chords. Do you believe that those tips would help on making bar chords?

[@aaaaaaaaaaaaabbbb]

thanks papa kevin

[@kevinnickens]

You’re welcome champ

[@63Bloke]

Think I need to watch this a squillion times to get it past my old man fog barrier 🥴

[@monsterram6617]

Came here to learn how to play chords in bars. Instead listened to a guy talk about barre chords for 17 minutes.

[@dre7256]

Bro you funny as hell 🤣🤣

[@rocklee6306]

He is😂😂

[@nikolajg1668]

Kevin, do we name open chords the same as bar chords? I mean by their lowest string

[@Nicholask85]

Keep the vibes high and remember to do something today that you can thank yourself for tomorrow!!

[@zzdragosgaidenic1751]

Well, man, you are great. Great guitar player, great youtuber, great guy. Thank you for making these videos, thank for existing.

[@kevinnickens]

Wow, thanks. This is insanely nice I appreciate it.

[@liberalsrmentallyflawed3611]

Also, have your guitar properly set up. ( action lowered ) it'll make barr chords a lot easier for people with weak hands.

[@sydneehum6546]

keep up the great vids!

[@rodbrown8306]

Nice video, excellent.

[@vicjames3256]

Barre chords vs Bar chords...now fight!

[@jamesvedder1143]

Saw an ad before this video that said "why do you think most people say they want to learn guitar but don't?" Well buddy, it's these fucking Barre chords for me😭

[@ToriAkweleAdjokatcher]

lol💀

[@97ziggycaron]

This is the best guitar tutorial I've ever seen. Props to you my man!

[@michaelmgema435]

You freaking genius😅

[@Casey250]

How many times did you say chord in this video? :D

[@DD_brother]

Is there any advantage or disadvantage down the road to using the technically correct 5th string root major shape? I actually find that easier than barring with the 3rd or 4th finger.