Beginner Acoustic Lesson 1 - Your Very First Guitar Lesson (E Minor + Asus2)

[@zachkleinman4416]

Having an Ad play right before video saying KZbin guitar lessons are bad and to go to a different website...don't think I have ever laughed harder

[@amarijackson9270]

SAME

[@juancarlostaal3122]

Same

[@HearMeLearn]

Guitar tricks? It’s an app and it’s actually pretty good but it’s kind of expensive and it’s wrong lol plenty of people have learned just from KZbin, small business just trying to make a buck

[@wyattswasey2630]

Bruh

[@CelesteHerod]

I got the same add😂

[@GT4viper]

“If your guitars not in tune it doesn’t matter how good you are at the fingering” -Marty The man has a point.

[@abbasdwd9367]

If you know what I mean ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

[@richardfoster7537]

@@abbasdwd9367 SO WHERE IS THE LINK!!!????

[@austinalexander238]

Richard Foster 😂😂🤦🏻‍♂️

[@Artistically_dead]

no

[@wonderingaround945]

@@richardfoster7537 1:09

[@KDZ_Prime]

Him: step 1, we got the guitar Me: wow slow down

[@xslick_willie69x88]

Respect the knot

[@insaneballer63]

ahahah good one

[@Zaws21]

things went from 0 to 100 very quick

[@melindak6472]

Lol.

[@elisabeth9095]

😅🤣 me too...

[@jankielJJB]

It took me thirty minutes, to get the correct finger positioning, and an hour to finally use the two melodies the way you did. 100 percent worth the patience thank you so much.

[@modzmetropolis9558]

This is great. My dad tried to teach me a few times when I was young and dumb. I didn’t give it the time of day. He passed away 4 years ago and left me his guitar. He was such an excellent singer and guitar player and taught himself how to play back in 1965. I want to honour his memory, but don’t have the same artistic capability to teach myself, so videos like this are excellent to show beginners like myself how to properly play. Can’t wait to improve and play for my mom. Thank you!

[@mel-pd8tf]

hey man how’s it going? have you made progress? i’m real sorry for your loss btw.

[@megmonga6004]

Wow, what a beautiful reason and motivation to play. I'm also sorry for your loss. Hope you are doing well and thank you for sharing :)

[@michealtheevilhero2340]

Hey dude,How's it going so far? Hope you great luck with getting better at it

[@LodisVlogs]

I hope you’ve improved 🌺

[@chicagohoosier1]

You'll be like him before you know it! He left you the guitar for a reason. Take your time bruh! I have a similar situation with an accordian, though that will come later.

[@shinsokudev9823]

Started playing 7 months ago, a lot of times i felt like giving up, i had a switch from electric to acoustic and many things happened! After a little practice EVERY DAY i finally got “good” I can play many songs, I still have a long way to go, but i feel great about what I’ve accomplished, and if you’re a beginner reading this, I know the struggle, I really do, but work at it you will get better if you want and dedicate yourself to it! Much of luck to all new players!!

[@pellecarly]

Fr3nx this gave me a lot of motivation! i’m 3 weeks into playing and i keep getting frustrated

[@shinsokudev9823]

Carly Pelle thats great to hear, the beginning is sooo hard, but if u play everyday (no a lot, 5 min +) you’re going to see results! Im learning some hard songs, they are sounding terrible rn, but I’m gonna practice everyday until I learn it! Good luck to you!

[@shinsokudev9823]

Carly Pelle a tip I have to you is, learn the basics (on youtube or something, I used Fender Play), and start playing some songs you like/want to play! This makes it a lot more “fun”!

[@Shanonmcnab576]

Thanks that's really encouraging.

[@antoniorodriguez162]

I really want to continue but I ran into a with fretbuzzing. I can play some chords but a lot of the times the buzzing just gets in the way even when I apply a lot of pressure. Honestly kinda scared that since I ordered it only it could be a problem with the guitar and not my technique.

[@thepixeldad6863]

Dad tried to teach me 25 years ago. He died two months ago. I just started yesterday. Loving that KZbin exists. Em and Asus2 in the bag, and practicing a lot. Thank you so much for uploading tutorials.

[@gazzahuck9766]

Like your comment. My folks bought me a Yairi when when I was eleven. Crashed and burned. Now finally sitting down starting to learn it at 65. Shame my folks never got the chance to hear me rip out a few decent chords. This guys teaching method is great

[@nickgames7120]

I’m sorry about your Dad

[@sandeepsanghera1069]

@@nickgames7120Don't be sorry. You didn't kill him. Everyone dies. The scriptures say to not fear death.

[@jackbegbie8576]

@@sandeepsanghera1069 bit of an odd way to put it

[@what-gp1fz]

im so sorry for your loss :(

[@wwe52891]

Why would anyone dislike this? Literally FREE guitar lessons lol.

[@goldensilence5841]

fr

[@kaoticsquirrel8179]

They couldnt hack the system...they gave up and blamed the video

[@JesseltonGaming]

I guess cuz he didn't teach how to get a free guitar

[@jessicamax4973]

If you have always wanted to learn to play the guitar but didn't know where to start, then this is for you... VISIT HERE: LearnGuitar66.blogspot.com

[@Encrypted3202]

Davie504 fans.

[@oldstar4064]

Dude my eyes lit up so much when I played the two cords

[@camper1749]

How come my guitar sounds like nylon sadness.

[@hellojanaaah]

@@camper1749 same lmao

[@Renee-ks9hk]

This is so me....I was like 'Oh shit...I'm about to be a guitar hero.."

[@Renee-ks9hk]

@@camper1749 lol tune it maybe lol

[@candice5142]

@@Renee-ks9hk even tuned it doesn't sound right lmao

[@Colin-h3n]

Came back because today marks my 1 year of playing guitar. This was the first video I watched. As I’m thinking about it, what all I’ve picked up is amazing. And a solid 90% of what I know Marty taught me. If you’re just starting, or re-starting, stick with Marty

[@gzackerman]

Stick with it... It's a rewarding past time!

[@chickfilameal]

Why did you do 9/11

[@melbrothehumanbeing1745]

@@chickfilameal yeah, wtf Bush. That was really disrespectful.

[@mercwiffamouff7301]

Mission accomplished 👍

[@kameania]

Just watched the video, will buy a guitar soon, first time ever! hopefull a year later i can be good at it. :)

[@AlbatrossOverhead]

Been playing guitar for more than 10 years now but here I am watching this video. I can honestly say Marty is the reason I can play guitar today. I appreciate what you have done for so many people including myself! Great guy!

[@4dan2]

I have learned SO much from you over the last 9 months. I remember this video when I first started and thought WOW I can actually play something! Now 9 months later I have 3 guitars 2 of which are electric, 2 amps and a handful of effects pedals and I am rockin!!! Now I'm playing songs by AC-DC, Metallica, Bob Seger, even some Eric Clapton. I'm 54 years old and have MS and if I can do it, anybody can do it. Just stick with it! Thank you so much Marty!

[@noahbauer6846]

That's awesome man. (and motivating) Today is day 1 for me. I'm 30 and just bought my first guitar on Saturday. I'm hoping I'm able to learn.

[@noahbauer6846]

Cool man, thanks. Happy you're doing well. Seems like a ton of fun once you get the hang of it.

[@anotherweeb8196]

This is my first day. Thanks for your encouragement.

[@cherishhoneycutt6960]

This is my first day as well I was starting to feel like I wasted a Christmas present lol but thank for the encouragement bro keep shredding

[@skybruh2496]

Yasss I love Metallica!!!

[@mackcrawford3238]

This video was 1000% more helpful then all those apps saying that youtube videos wouldn't be helpful

[@ciarkat]

Same!! I just paid for the app and I felt like I learned nothing. It was weird. These vids are much better.

[@justinyou101]

yes i definitely agree this channel is amazing

[@monkeyninja6514]

Same

[@kennethkiser7521]

I was going to say this too but had to check to see if someone beat me to it.

[@drakegoodrich6954]

I just wanna say that I picked up guitar 1.5 years ago and this video was the very first step of my journey. Looking back at this video brought back memories I forgot I had. Sometimes I feel that it is important to look back on the things you have accomplished so you can look forward to what you want to accomplish. Thank you so much for starting my journey!!

[@markv2012]

I'm 37 and just got my first guitar. So I figured I would take his free lessons and see if it doesn't help me out.

[@wullfyularen3044]

I am here for the exact same reason and almost the same timeline. Not saying that I’ve become a pro after 1.5 years of playing, but I sure remember nailing down these 2 chords) Really feels like a lot of time have passed.

[@Pinozism]

I can relate, I am here for the same reason! I started about 14 months ago and remember watching this video for the very first time. I have invested so much time and effort into guitar since then. It’s nice walking down memory lane. Best of luck with your guitar journey!

[@chrismcdonald6481]

@@markv2012 how did lessons work out. Thinking of buying a used acoustic. At 64 not getting any younger

[@lueezec358]

That’s a great comment!

[@nabicx]

I'm 24 and I've been playing for about 9 months now and all the videos I watched at the start were yours, I can now play several full songs with confidence. This man is amazing

[@michaelharris8613]

Hey, im just getting started . How long did it take for you too get comfortable?

[@nabicx]

​@@michaelharris8613 just play and something will click eventually, i can't actually explain what it is, but you will know when it clicks for you. oh and also you can't be afraid of being bad at something because that's the first step in being good at something

[@HealwaysRemembers.]

@@nabicx inspirational

[@joeytribiani9779]

If you got pregnant when you started you would have a baby when you made this comment

[@EhtshamShahbaz-qy8rg]

Nice one @@joeytribiani9779 😅

[@grahamstuart9432]

Thanks Marty. Grandpa here. I just got back from the music store buying my grandson his 1st guitar and he is watching this lesson. You are going to be his teacher. Thanks for putting this stuff on here.

[@MartyMusic]

Be sure to search my “easy one string riffs” and thanks for supporting MartyMusic

[@ChristopherBarr-ed2ll]

@@MartyMusic 😍😍😍😍

[@user-xk4li6lv1x]

Did anyone else get an ad right before this saying KZbin guitar lessons don't work Omg I know no one will care but thank you for all the likes I've never gotten this much ❤️

[@vladimiralvarez1162]

The Gifter Irie mon , kinda wicked ad 🤔

[@Artistically_dead]

YES

[@ripmyheadof]

Hell yeah

[@unknownperson2422]

yes lol

[@sincerelysomehumaniguess7610]

yep.

[@sophiewavish7822]

Yes, I did just drop my pick in the guitar and I can’t get it out

[@Tiffany-ov2jf]

omg

[@mackenzieelledge7281]

Did you get it out yet

[@tortilla6197]

Mackenzie Elledge Well it has been 4 months so

[@KerushiiKELSEY]

you have to turn it and shake it! source: dude just trust me

[@jamiquickfall6319]

About a year ago my friend dropped his pick in his guitar last week he fell asleep basically while playing and it fell out the next morning, moral of the story, give it a year

[@protect3rgoku119]

My biggest regret in life was not pursuing music after high school and you have helped me find my passion for music again! Great video! Thank you for the help!

[@elainaeaster3268]

61 years young great grandma here. Got a guitar in November started dabbling in December. I'm hoping this will turn into some real music!!!!!

[@arcnetive]

good luck!

[@lukegriffith2590]

61... and a great grandma? Were your kids 15 when they had kids?

[@maryklani]

good luck❤

[@SonyeoMargit]

Thats awsome to read :D Never too late.

[@enki12]

61 year old man here and doing the same. Just bought an acoustic 2 weeks ago and was playing this in no time. I have been doing course 1 on Justin Guitar and trying to master the D & A chords and make smooth transitions. Some days pretty good, some days awful. This though seemed easy by comparison.

[@christopherflood6666]

I started right here day one...and completed the beginner acoustic and electric lessons...now I can play 150+ songs to memory all different genres and styles from power chords Barr chords soloing fingerpicking muting and percussive styles of playing...this guy is the only teacher you will ever need... thanks Marty Schwartz

[@itzretakes272]

How long did it take you??

[@account-pi3nj]

@@itzretakes272 5 yrs

[@staceylafata5892]

I’m 37 and just picked up my acoustic guitar I’ve owned for 12 years. I’ve been working on this for a week and love the way you teach... thanks a million!

[@ezzy8880]

Did his lessons help you play the acoustic guitar because I am barley learning and I don’t want to pay to learn how to play the guitar

[@love_n_beauty6107]

Similar story! *hi 5*

[@karenmartin25]

How’s it going? I was gifted one at age 18 and I’m 46 and never learned!

[@azuregiant9258]

Exactly the same here! Although the guitar I bought for £20 12 years ago was very poorly made, so my family clubbed together to buy me a new one for my birthday. Good luck to you all!

[@janosskublics7438]

10 moths later how is it going?

[@Scoobadoobaa]

Dude, I’m now 29, I’ve bought guitars so many times in the past and have never managed to play a single chord. I’ve played more in the last 15 minutes than i ever had before. I am so glad i came across your channel your instruction is so clear and it has boosted my confidence in the fact that I could actually do this! Thank you so much. Much appreciation and much love from Australia!

[@ridebiking]

Yo good luck! Just started too! Best advice was 5 minutes a day. I used to hit the snooze in the morning, but now I get up early and practice Marty’s videos :)

[@nwrrn5728]

At 35 years old and years of wanting to play guitar I have finally started my guitar journey.. have watched hours of videos already, I am totally hooked.

[@slimpickle1782]

I know I will look back on this and see how far i have come but damn playing just those 2 chords was so satisfying

[@michelleespinoza8529]

I feel exactly the same way!

[@OliviaLivRose]

Same! I’ve never been successful with other KZbin tutorials . He’s great!

[@dfreak01]

Same!

[@kenz2756]

@ok boomer I would like to try and help you, what do you mean by not being able to play? No sound is coming out? You can't fret? The notes sound different? Respond and I'll respond back. I first watched this video only about half a year ago, but I feel like a master now, arranging my own simple fingerstyle cover.

[@kenz2756]

@ok boomer I don't understand what you mean by the third note, what note are we even talking about here? If you're talking about the strings and frets I can help, you literally just put your fingers where Marty told you to and strum, if you mute a few strings that's fine, you'll eventually be able to adjust on your own. The only possible issue I think anyone would be having is they didn't tune the guitar properly because it doesn't sound the way it should even though you're pressing the right way.

[@niinuetey9878]

It's easy to know a good teacher when you see one teaching. They make you feel at ease and inspire you with such confidence.

[@MartyMusic]

Thanks so much! Your support and kind words help me keep getting better and teaching more people.

[@micheleking5927]

Marty, I'm 50yo. My brother passed away 12 years ago and left his guitar to me. I've had a psychological block to taking up the guitar but I've watched many of your tutorials and I think you're the guy who is going to get me past this block.

[@charles-bernardgagnon8244]

Wow. Thats a beautiful sharing

[@arthurkennington5578]

Michele King that’s incredible. Similar story to mine where my father had a stroke and he always played guitar so I wanted to take it up and play because he always wanted me to.

[@jackschwarz4285]

Respect. You'll get through this. Make him proud.

[@TheSchoolOfGuitar]

Thats great, it really is never too late to start, hope your playing is going well :)

[@grilledcheese4930]

Michele King sir/mlady, I give you my respect. Make your bro proud.

[@truthseeker9999]

Just got my first acoustic and am watching my first lesson at the age of 50! Thanks Marty for making the lessons so easy to follow!

[@christinebowers4099]

Same!

[@Leezlelee]

Got a guitar for Christmas and learning with Marty. I’m 55.

[@markalvarado4450]

@@Leezlelee same here, but 21 lets get it dudes!

[@liz3507]

Same but 19!

[@michaelgrace4443]

62, lefty, and just retired. Been wanting to play since I was a kid and finally getting the chance. Good luck to us all...

[@oneil__anderson]

Anyone else here because they are under quarantine with loads of free time

[@zuzuthegod8673]

You know it!

[@ashleydavis1812]

I got one for Christmas and I’m finally getting around to learn how to play

[@kaxabrishvilikaxa]

Aye aye

[@bryanmichalak]

yes

[@cierahpratt2132]

@@ashleydavis1812 same

[@mondobananas1832]

Story of my life: I was bored during quarantine, so I started looking through old boxes and found 4 things: a bass guitar, an acoustic guitar, a pick, and a capo. Then, I thought this: “I’m gonna stay inside of my house for two weeks constantly, so why don’t I give a shot at learning?” After that, I looked on KZbin and found Marty Music. I got an ad at the beginning about A website called Guitar tricks. I wanted to get to the video so I skipped the ad and despite of what the guy said, KZbin was very helpful for me. I played my first song this morning. It was a song called Wonderwall by Oasis, and I was able to play it after a week of learning from Marty. I recommend him for beginner guitarists because for me it was easy to learn.

[@HYP3RT0X1N]

I really spit my coffee at "wonderwall by oasis" I don't know why that was so funny to me

[@evehellod9776]

Please, every time you meet someone and have your guitar with you, say “anyway, here’s Wonderwall” and start playing it

[@Kale6196]

Who just mysteriously finds a guitar in their house? That's so weird, I always know what's in my house and other people are like "oh I found this in my closet!!!" Lol smh

[@ettaoudianas6748]

@@Kale6196 and a bass !

[@seventhousandangels]

you can always trust a man in a fedora.

[@iLoveBakedBeans]

unless its a reddit admin or discord moderator

[@precision1628]

@@iLoveBakedBeans and if your an underage e girl it’s a recipe for disaster.

[@kaelynmulford5817]

@@precision1628 i've been summoned?

[@JYLPZ-il8ru]

Lmaooo

[@ejburke6311]

Patrick Stump

[@Jen-m3k]

Marty, your positivity is encouraging me to keep with it. I’m 43 and trying to learn for real this time! Thank you.

[@MartyMusic]

You can do it!

[@WagyuMamaRanch]

Dude was listening practicing as you talked along. My daughter walked up and said “he’s way better than my old teacher”. Well done. Lol

[@ethanudall]

Hi Marty, I just want to say that this lesson helped me so much and I’m already on my way through your videos. I just wanted to say that I was talking to my mum about learning guitar and mentioned you. It happens that years ago she watched these videos too and learned from you, now I am. Thank you for being an amazing teacher for me and my family

[@ritchgray7072]

Marty, my son has introduced me to your lessons on KZbin. I am in my early 60's and you have made the learning process a pleasure and fun to learn. I've tried so many times before to no avail. Friends would say place your fingers here and now let's jam. I'm like, WHAT??? I don't even know what I'm supposed to do. You have made it enjoyable. 3-10 minutes a day is great. Unfortunately I'm not in a place to compensate you yet but I will check the like buttons on your pages as I progress. Please feel free to reply. Thank you. RG

[@Couchclips]

Same here! I’m just beginning at 60

[@christopherobrien6570]

This started me off during lockdown. In my very humble and respectful opinion,( which is no more valid that anyone elses) it's the yardstick by which first guitar lessons are measured. Using very simple terms, and demonstrations, it started me off when I was 60 years old. Just awesome.

[@karla_sofia7962]

I just got my grandpas guitar for my 15th birthday and i want him to smile up there in heaven 💞

[@E-Kat]

How sweet! How are you doing?

[@reido_dorito]

You’ll get there! Your grandpa’s already proud of you for your decision to learn. Rock on, sister!

[@casss7291]

He's proud of you! You got this, keep trying

[@Jo-qc6mk]

Keep going man

[@loganperez9910]

He’s smiling down on you rocking out keep at it sister

[@craigwilloughby6]

The time has came for me to learn guitar, I have one that my friend gave me from years ago. We were supposed to be in a band by now but unfortunately he died last week. I can't get over him but I'm going to learn the hell out of this instrument in his memory. No pain, no gain. I'm so grateful this is free.

[@wildgaming429]

How much have u learnt? Keep going!

[@mulfss]

You still playing?

[@TheNotoriousHaha]

I'm gonna ask like the last two. How ya getting along with ya playing?

[@rileygoddamnphoenix]

From someone who is in a band with his 2 best friends , this saddens me, im sorry for your loss,my condolences

[@bibektiwari5184]

I memorized the strings from down to up . It was : E - every B- beautiful G- girl D- deserves A- an E- eye

[@Teleostt]

Bibek Tiwari genius

[@susanray3348]

Up to down is: E-eddy A-ate D-dynamite G-good B-bye E-eddie

[@I_like_turtles_67]

Every Bitch Gets Dick After Engagement

[@oriannaxt]

Dan Lyons OMGGGG😂😂😂

[@chrisvasey4032]

guitar lessons kzbin.info/www/bejne/q33UqIqtnrOserc

[@iandism]

Just came across this video again and thought I would add a comment. Three years ago I bought a guitar and had no clue where to start, so like many beginners, I checked out KZbin for guitar lessons and came across Marty. He seemed like a nice friendly guy so my journey began right here. With his easy to follow instructions I started picking things up steadily but struggled at times like every new player, just moving from one simple chord to another seemed impossible, but practice makes perfect as they say. Marty taught me the basics of enjoying the challenge ahead and I thank him for that. If you are using this beginners video, you are no doubt in the same position I was three years ago, but I highly recommend you continue on your own journey with Marty. I have saved up and just this week bought myself a brand new Faith acoustic guitar as I am now playing my own music, still playing everyday and although some days I feel in a rut, I carry on. Of all the teachers I found, it was Marty that kept me going, so stick at it and this lovely man will have you playing before you know it. This video is just the beginning of a fantastic journey.

[@Allottedaaron]

So here is a story for you. I am 52 years old and all my life I have told myself every reason possible why I couldn't learn and play guitar. Recently a relative died and as a member of the family I was invited to go along and help clear the house. In a store room at the back was a case, and inside the case was a guitar. Written on the guitar was the words 'Fender Stratocaster Made in America'. I decided that something so beautiful could not be thrown away so I asked if I could take it and brought it home. At first I thought it is bound to be ruined. It dates back to the 70s and is purple coloured so I started to look on youtube about how to clean it. It looked beautiful! After that I thought that I maybe might like to hear it and so I looked for other videos about how to tune it. I found your video which mentioned apps, and so I downloaded one onto my phone and tuned it. Then I found this video a week ago. I clumsily picked out the two chords but I did what you said and picked the guitar up every day and also started to play with moving my hand up and down the fret board. Gradually my left hand started to relax which made it more comfortable and I started to hit the finger placements without looking. Marty you have sold me on this thing and tomorrow I am taking on your next lesson. At the age of 52 I have decided to learn guitar and my first guitar is a Fender Stratocaster. Go figure. I wanted to thank you for making tuition accessible for me and feel free to dine out on the story if you find it amusing. I guess now I need an amp. Nothing too big, just something to plug this baby into to see how she is meant to sound. I will be checking out your gear vids for tips. Currently I found a VOX headphone plug that mimics something called an AC30. Through my headphones it sounds great but now I am wondering what an amp will do to it. I guess you have started me on a journey for which I thank you greatly. All the best. Aaron.

[@magebomba318]

Well? Update please.

[@larohe]

Wow that beautiful

[@larohe]

Wow. Thats beautiful!

[@happyhelperandaparakeetlov2926]

Sorry for your loss but congrats on your achievement you can do anything if you put your mind to it 👍😊

[@ayaan-world]

Please update your journey

[@MDTripleCreekRanch]

I have tried several "beginner" KZbin videos, but I have learned the most from yours Marty. I have never played an instrument but have a free guitar sitting in my basement. I have been playing it and watching your videos every morning when I am making coffee for the last week. It has turned out to be a great relaxing way to start my days. Thank you.

[@anonymousperson3433]

Nice

[@thelonegunman2622]

My fingers look as if a tiny motorcycle ran the tips of them over

[@nawal12407]

Oof same with ukulele, youll get used to it tho

[@jimmyidc7585]

Same

[@baileyellis1281]

I feel this...

[@Kxnnyyyyy]

It’ll be like that when you first start, especially if you’re starting with a steel-string guitar. When I started my fingers would hurt for days after playing but after a week or two of consistent playing, I got used to it.

[@harrywells9329]

I play bass and my fingers feel.hard and soft at once

[@masonboyd6584]

My dad bought a guitar 5 years ago and never touched it. I finally decided i dont want to sing in silence anymore and yesterday you taught me how to restring it, tune it, and play like 4 or 5 chords. Thats more than i ever imagined.

[@adisillusionedidiotandpast7865]

I taught myself EADGBe like this ; Every Acid Dealer Gets Busted eventually

[@Dreammeditaterepeat]

Nice Acronym.. Ecstasy And Drugs Get Blood Expensive ????

[@_4lec]

Nice, definitely going to tell everyone that now.

[@wilhelm.reeves]

C'mon man 😄

[@michaelboyd1931]

A disillusioned Idiot And pasta lover ate mashed onions for school project.

[@Z--..]

Theosis Northam Bloody Expensive.. ehhhhh?

[@caesar8683]

On the 25th of December 2017 I watched this video right after I got my first acoustic guitar. It’s now the 6th of June 2018( my birthday ) and I just got my first electric guitar and I’ve come along way from then and I have you to thank for most of it. Thanks Marty LITERALLY couldn’t have done it without you.

[@angelicacornejo1826]

Yea

[@happyhelperandaparakeetlov2926]

Your birthday is in 5 days Happy early Birthday hope im the first one to wish you lol

[@caesar8683]

happy helper and a parakeet lover 2 months late but thanks. I saved up and bought myself another guitar. Thanks for the birthday wishes.

[@happyhelperandaparakeetlov2926]

@@caesar8683 sorry your welcome

[@caesar8683]

happy helper and a parakeet lover why are you sorry?

[@A_Random_Rat]

I didn’t know I needed a guitar for this :(

[@gracethecat.9657]

Ohhhh shit.😅🥲😅😂🤣

[@lores9212]

Me neither

[@Slimeristhebest678]

LMAOO

[@wsg1330]

LOL WHAT?

[@nattttt444]

@@Slimeristhebest678 poisonous frog

[@brandonallison3236]

6 years after posting, and you still got newbies coming in. Thanks for the lesson brother!

[@davem413]

Onto my third guitar and have just finished lesson 1 with Marty. I think this is the one Marty. 67 years old, just retired for the third time, and have finally pulled it out of the bucket list. Thanks mate

[@asswipe4087]

This is the nicest comment section I have ever seen

[@MartyMusic]

I'm very lucky you Ass Wipe ha ha!!! Hey thanks so much for the kind words! I really appreciate you supporting me with "MartyMusic"

[@AlleyCatAlex]

Ass Wipe ikr

[@meuryantonio676]

How is your carrier going?

[@madasahatter5514]

Agreed! Refreshing to say the least!

[@hinnahussain8664]

but the rudest name to comment

[@bhcamper5930]

I've been playing guitar for about 5 years now and Marty has been there every step of the way. From basic tutorials and techniques to iconic riffs, this man has been the best teacher I could ask for. Seeing this video made me realize how simple we all start, and how far you can come with dedication and practice. To all the beginners: DON'T GIVE UP. Trust this man with your guitar needs, and soon enough you'll be that guy in the music store you wish you could play like. Thank you Marty!

[@terencelazarus1669]

Hello Marty, I have never commented in all this time, I just wanted to say thank you from the bottom of the heart. I used to play a bit in school, but stopped and I picked up a guitar this year at 45... It literally saved my life. And you dear Sir, have made this journey so awesome for me. I come watch a lesson from you, and it give me something to practice. I'm sure you have heard this same thing from millions of people. I also found your online store, Im gonna get some goodies for myself and as gifts for loved ones :)

[@salami_tommi]

Marty I've been playing guitar my whole life and I can honestly say I wouldn't be anywhere near where I am now if it weren't for you. I've been watching your videos since 2010 (when you used to record in front of that red curtain!) and in that time youve helped me learn everything from beginner 4 chord songs to guitar solos that I still rock to this day. I really appreciate everything you've done and I just want to say thank you for being the best teacher on youtube

[@josephboyle4102]

Marty I want to thank you for what you do. I’m 37 yrs old and never thought I would be able to learn how to play acoustic and you have made it possible. Thank you so very much

[@dustinkaufman9484]

Hi Joseph, I run an online music school and I was wondering if you would be interested in a free trial lesson with our guitar instructor Tim Basom, from the broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen. Here is a link to my insta/website for more information instagram.com/dustinkaufmanmusic/ www.dustinkaufmanmusic.com/

[@tina-ry8gw]

I'm a 13-year-old girl and I've always dreamed of having a guitar and playing one ever since I was 5-years-old. Now I'm finally getting a guitar for Christmas!!! I can't wait! Edit: Got my guitar! It's so hard to play though.. Edit 2: Thank you so much for the support guys! It really means a lot

[@TheDarknessVL]

Same but im a boy of 13 years old

[@panicintheclassroom7796]

XxxIT'S ROSEMARYXxx Same but im 13

[@tylerandjsh1873]

Same I'm 13 got one today good luck!

[@tylerandjsh1873]

and Merry Christmas!

[@tina-ry8gw]

@@tylerandjsh1873 Merry Christmas to you too!

[@oliviaconnolly713]

This was insanely helpful. As someone who has never picked up a guitar before, I actually understand what you’re talking about and the directions given.

[@El_Pimpin_Shizz]

Here is a playlist of material that helped me learn to play. Its organized in sections with stuff that really were easy for me to understand and help me improve. kzbin.info/aero/PLnMMOX2cjcy7j0gLX44DovCJjxVnhunyV * General Beginner things * Fun heavy and punk lessons * Finger Picking * The Blues and how to get started and advance on * Improvising, soloing and general licks * History of pioneering and legendary guitarist to help you build your style and inspire

[@verballyrebellious]

Man I'm really digging Marty's laid back style in teaching. He's a good teacher. Thanks Marty!

[@MostSimple]

Totally agree

[@sean4415]

My personal favorite: Eddy Ate Dynamite Good Bye Eddy

[@arthurmiranda3804]

Sean Elvis Ate Drugs Good Bye Elvis

[@_anon-net_3491]

Arthur Miranda omg that’s genius 😅😂

[@arthurmiranda3804]

_ Anon-Net _ too bad it wasn’t original but I agree!

[@lolsflint7598]

@@arthurmiranda3804 that one has more than one lesson in it. don't do drugs kids.

[@arthurmiranda3804]

LOLSflint hah indeed

[@SierraandSoufian]

I just wanted to say that earlier I put my guitar down because I was frustrated with how it sounds and I know I can do better than that but I’ve never even been through a lesson and I’m the first 2 minutes you have made me feel so motivated I’m committed 👏🏾 I know this guitar will change my life and I have to learn what I’m doing I appreciate you putting these lessons online for people like me to find ❤️

[@annebird4759]

how r u doing now

[@thebestone11-r9y]

There's a book called Guitar Codebreaker Unlocked, and it teaches everything about playing guitar, from essential skills to advanced techniques. It’s perfect for all levels

[@clava7351]

"step 1: we got the guitar" me: fuck

[@karathbanyahawadah2686]

Your beautiful

[@user-wh7uo9oq5x]

@@user-vq5oe1pm4v lmao what

[@rileygoddamnphoenix]

🤣

[@robertperry8126]

Step 2 is a lot harder

[@paulchamberlain1280]

@@robertperry8126 how

[@gamoviestudios1388]

On first chord: Him: It should sound like this. *Plays note * Me: Alright I'll try. *Plays... uh... demonic harmonies... *

[@audreyhutton8835]

I felt that. 😂

[@ngozimbachu6525]

Pentatonic

[@supersandwich8967]

@@ngozimbachu6525 ?

[@pg_chaozz3969]

Tune your guitar

[@gamoviestudios1388]

@@pg_chaozz3969 I tuned it like 5 minutes before tho... I think my hand might have been resting on another string as well lol

[@lolasimmons2166]

“Before the internet...I know, the dark ages” had me laughing so hard 😂

[@kathrine7498]

Me too! He is a cool guy

[@leilamodlich]

this is amazing! ive been trying to learn the guitar for a year but I gave up, and recently picked it back up again. I used to just start off by learning songs and not the basics, and this already has me sounding ten times better. I definitely recommend any beginners looking to start playing the guitar. Thanks Marty! 🤝

[@lev1594]

You’re literally a life saver. I play clarinet, so this was totally weird for me to do, but you made it really easy to remember everything. Thanks dude!

[@iserenityyi]

In 2014, I got a guitar for my 14 birthday, I went to some lessons and picked up a couple of chords, but for some reason I always though this was to hard, and that I was not made to play the guitar. Now is 2019 I decided to start a new hobby and I saw my guitar and I though to myself let me try again!, I came across your channel and it made it really easy for me to pick up the chords! I can barely remember what I had learn before, but today is DAY1 and I hope to keep practicing and improving my abilities through this videos!! THANK YOU.

[@edwinfigueroa1384]

I go to guitar classes but my teacher didn’t teach the basic and just jump a huge leap. But u my friend, u thought me some good stuff

[@cherryblossom1289]

After spending all quarantine thinking I could never do it, I'm finally giving it a go now I'm on summer holidays til October and then online study for the first semester. Really looking forward to going on this journey properly instead of just jumping in to play a few songs then abandoning the guitar for months. Thanks so much for all you do Marty, I've been a big fan for years!

[@adamsharkey9579]

27 year old music virgin here, literally got my new acoustic still wrapped by my feet, the journey begins I suppose, I'm too poor to pay for regular lessons, so I'm letting KZbin be my teacher 🤷🏻‍♂️😅

[@ghazypangerang6118]

Just keep on practicing, you can play it eventually.

[@bryanmontes8630]

Same except I am 14 lol

[@ghazypangerang6118]

@@bryanmontes8630 dude you got more time to improve. When you got better, even just a bit, join a band.

[@bryanmontes8630]

@@ghazypangerang6118 I'll make sure to try that, Thank you!

[@1NikkinZ1]

Nothing wrong with that. I am in the same boat. We'll ride these waves together! :)

[@wickedwizardry7603]

Perfect introduction. I've fooled around with a few different instruments in my youth and got "good" enough to create note by note melodies while hardly actually learning anything, and never bothered to really learn because I was impatient and more focused on my truest passion in music: singing. After years of using youtube copy right free instrumentals and relying on flakey band members that never really worked out to make music, I've decided to just learn to play the instruments myself starting with guitar so I can get to do what I love without being hindered. This has given two chords I can easily remember that are great for learning how to switch from chord to chord, and I already feel like I'm making progress!

[@annalyteohaere8034]

Good job mate

[@mariacostanzo9313]

I got a guitar for Christmas and I have already learned the first two chords and I got the guitar like an hour ago lol. love this

[@kdn17e]

SAME

[@mariacostanzo9313]

@@kdn17e oh wow lol! hope it goes well for u

[@proxyofchaos]

Also got my first guitar for Christmas today.

[@proxyofchaos]

Good luck to both of you.

[@mariacostanzo9313]

@@proxyofchaos glad there's a lot of us! we can learn together! :)

[@bhavinitrivedi6174]

I'm just a beginner... And I was soo fed up of the disgusting online lessons.. this was the only one that made me addicted to it.. Thank-you so much.. I loved this lesson...

[@ohthatsnice7323]

I remember watching this video a couple years back, I remember watching this video and just sobbing because I had given up. I had played violin, trumpet, then guitar. I had given up because my first every music lessons I was told I would never amount to anything and that I should just quit. I had the violin jabbed up into my chin to the point of choking i had my fingers bent way it shouldn’t be bent because my teacher was so angry at me for just not getting it. I recently watched an animation (metal family) and it brought back my inspiration to lessen guitar. So here I am giving it another shot, and this time I won’t quit :)

[@marissacarrizal6295]

Who else tryna learn the guitar over quarantine

[@Alt.00]

Yeaaaahh budddy

[@MSML2150]

Mee

[@redriot2359]

u know thats right

[@umeshiichan4046]

I am here 😔🤟

[@harryshapiro4759]

Me

[@rumpledskin7971]

I'm not a newbie but I recommend all beginners here. Marty Music is always to the point and easy to understand.

[@youssefbenhayoun9611]

Me before I bought the guitar : This is easy. You just gotta hold down the strings. After I bought the guitar : Oh I get it now 👁👄👁

[@sham4124]

Yeah I thought it was easy

[@ashleythehooman]

I don't have guitar & I'm thinking of buying

[@greatteachersimple5470]

Yuki Takami same

[@lightbyvictoria]

SAMEE, I just thought I had to learn grips and then I was good to go playing songs, turns out the grips isn't my biggest problem, its holding the strings down hard enough😩 IT DOES NOT SOUND GOOD😂

[@reneeo.2739]

Glad I wasn't the only one who thought this when I picked up a guitar for the first time!

[@nab_tm]

I got some much free time on my hands that instead of playing video games I’m gonna learn how to play guitar

[@Kelseva01]

you can combine those two with Rocksmith if you got an electric guitar

[@sean6992]

Put it upside down

[@reuloon7354]

@@Kelseva01 is learning electic guitar harder than acoustic?

[@Kelseva01]

@@reuloon7354 I wouldn't know

[@Shannonm_69]

Do that. Play the music.

[@corwaning2279]

Hi Marty. 51 Years old and my #1 wish is learning to play guitar. You are my teacher for the next two months :) Thank you, I hope to learn a lot from you.

[@travisroemmele9916]

Def enjoyed this quick easy lesson. Tried learning years ago and life happened. Back at it

[@douglasstapley4585]

This is awesome Marty! I started to learn a long time ago but sold the guitar so I could buy my now wife a wedding ring. Now I'm back after 12 happy years and two boys. This Video is the perfect start, thank you!

[@itanimulli1111]

Marty I love that you say just 5 min a day! I played today for the first time, trying to learn on my own for over an hour! My fingers were really starting to hurt! I was getting discouraged today but so thankful I found this video and your library of great content. Thank You 😊 thank you for your help

[@gabi2877]

Marty: It might hurt your fingers. You develop callouses over time. Me: *laughs hysterically in violin* Btw I just found your channel and instantly subscribed! I guess my brother's old guitar won't be collecting dust anymore :D

[@gloriagilbert9403]

Yeah they told me that my fingers would develop callouses and not hurt again. FREAKING LIES.

[@MostSimple]

🤣🤣

[@wremmmii]

I played violin for six years and my fingers still occasionally bleed when I play a very intense song 😔✌️

[@gabi2877]

@@wremmmii Yeah, I get it. Mine don't bleed, but it's a very close call some days 😅

[@gloriagilbert9403]

Damn lol XD

[@connierideout9469]

I have always wanted to play a musical instrument and the past few years I have talked more and more about learning the guitar. I know nothing about playing, reading sheet music or what chords are what. At the tender age of 54, my husband surprised me with a beautiful blue beginner acoustic guitar. Marty I am sooooo grateful you are sharing your passion and taking the time to break everything down step by step for older newbies like me. I laugh when you laugh and I've already made it to G major!!! From the bottom of my heart and with much appreciation, thank you. I look forward to learning more from you.

[@coleslawYSJ]

Dude I have tried SO many times to try and learn guitar. My Dad was a gifted player, my Mom can play, my sister can play, and while I can hang somewhat with percussion, I've never come close to figuring out guitar. I can't even properly maneuver a plastic rock band guitar and instead play it on my lap, like Jeff Healey! My hands are small and weak, which makes it difficult to wrap it around the guitar head properly, and I've never been able to get the strumming rhythm. I don't know if I was channeling my Dad, but something just clicked tonight and I was able to just get these two chords, like I've owned them my entire life, with zero effort, thanks to your easy breakdown. Thank you SOOOOO much!!!

[@L1VE3V1L]

I recommend Marty anytime someone is dabbling with starting to play guitar. I been playing 25 years but mostly by ear and know fuckall theory. I send them here when they ask me to teach them. Learn properly, and Marty’s lessons are by far the best and most comprehensive on the tube.

[@lefteetris131]

Marty, this is my first time trying to learn any instrument. I'm so excited to be starting this journey with you as my teacher! Thank you for these videos!

[@lefteetris131]

@@PeridotRainbow pretty good thanks! I've learned so much from his videos I no longer make the guitar sound like it's in pain! Lol.

[@medius1211]

@@lefteetris131 hows it going

[@smokinwithchris9342]

I've been singing gospel music for 30 years - playing bass for about 8 years and I have always wanted to learn to play a 6 string. My work schedule does not allow time for a structured lesson plan. Then I came across this series. I'll start off doing each lesson each day for seven days and see how it goes. Wish me luck.

[@bec775775]

Thank you :) :) .. I learned guitar in primary school then stopped, moved to clarinet then excelled on sax in high school. 10+ yrs ago I fiddled on bass guitar (was told "fingers here, fingers there".. no theory or knowing what chord I was playing). I've bought a beautiful Yamaha APXT2 recently, perfectly suited to my small hands.. and I've just loved this lesson. I've had a rough year health wise, and after a few surgeries & dark times I was looking for something to make me happy & give me a focus & hobby that would satisfy my soul. I love my new guitar! I'm so excited about getting music back in my life.. it's therapeutic & I've thoroughly enjoyed this re-introduction to tunes. I'm now about to turn 41 & most of what I learned previously is lost. This vid was great! I love my new guitar :) :D

[@jhellomhello7441]

ive learned a lot 😊

[@davb6962]

Dusted my guitar off after years of frustration from 'learning' online previously.... However this vid had me switching chords easily and strumming with the pick and it sounds great. Great teacher!

[@jessicaarreola3426]

i had the same problem. so glad to have given it another try

[@user23724]

How have you gotten on dav b?

[@mercwiffamouff7301]

117! Don't like this anymore! lol Spartans never die!!!

[@akhodagu]

Who else is watching this because everything is in lockdown, and y’know, why not blow the dust off and get into it again?

[@yashaswimanneru556]

YES I haven't played my guitar in a while and it was super dusty lmaoo

[@ahaan9634]

​@@yashaswimanneru556 I know how that feels I've not touched my guitar in ages and I opened it a few days and it was like a dust storm!

[@Renee-ks9hk]

@@ahaan9634 it's so bad...so many dust bunnies...I am ashamed.

[@javier2504]

akhodagu me lmao

[@MARTINIGRL1]

yes, took it down from the garage attic

[@marshallmueller8434]

I’ve been playing for over 15 years and came back to share this link with my mom (who just got a guitar). Despite knowing everything that he explains pretty well, I was entranced by Marty’s ability to explain things in easy terms. Brings me back to my childhood where many a night was spent absorbing Marty’s knowledge and figuring out one of my greatest passions to this day. Thanks so much for everything you do Marty! I’m glad to see you’re still doing well and hope you know how much your students appreciate you.

[@osvaldogonzalez6636]

I got the opposite my fingers too fat and it keep touching the other cords

[@nautifella]

Because of the quarantine, I now have a harmonica, an acoustic guitar and a pork pie hat. I look good in the hat, and I am getting better with the harmonica, This guitar thing is going to take some work. Good thing I've got time.

[@jags7879]

Me: trying to follow the video My parents: stfu

[@therandomizer-oy9nf]

Relatable

[@tutwiee]

Omg hahahahhah

[@louisratatoulielinson]

Like they be telling me you don't know how to play stfu like what tf i am trying to do then????

[@jerseyltd]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@stevenabraham6693]

if you have indian parents this comment is relatable on a whole nother level

[@melanatedlocs]

Bought an Acoustic almost two years ago, decided to pull it out and searched for lessons. I, with your help, was able to tune it and learn chords. I use to play ALL of the Clarinets in band so I am familiar with chords etc. Thank you so much!! New Subscriber!!!

[@Leezlelee]

I'm 55 and my husband gave me a guitar for Christmas this year. I came across your page while searching and I love it! I've been watching and re-watching this video all day and working on these chords. I think I'm going to have fun learning with you as my teacher. Thank you.

[@sergejrad892]

Marty just wanna say I’ve been following your acoustic lessons for a bit now and I just made up a little 30 second song using all the chords you taught me. I am blown away by how much I’ve loved playing guitar and the chords you teach build so well on each other. Thank you from Chicago!

[@alanchidley2745]

Thank you Marty. I actually think I can do this after your first lesson. It's been on my fear and dream list for 50 years. One of my grandsons started playing and the progress after 18 months stunned me. My fear is crazy. I speak in front of 20,000 people but i was afraid of making a single bad note.

[@ButcherCakesTheCakeButcher]

I'm tired of restarting. I've tried the rest. Now I'm prepared for the best. Teach me your ways Marty McFly

[@PHOENIXDARKFIRE5000]

I’m a 51-year-old Australian male with an intense passion for all things music. I’ve always wanted to play a lesson but a life in the army didn’t give me the opportunity to try. I’m retired due to an injury in the battle and I am about to buy a new guitar, it’s an acoustic electric. It’s quite a nice one and I have no idea how to play your video. Was easy to understand even for a dumbass like me. Thank you so much.