My One Year Acoustic Fingerstyle Guitar Progress (SELF-TAUGHT using YOUTUBE)

*UPDATE*
Due to copyright infringement issues I have temporarily had to mute two sections where I play 'Blackbird'. Please bear with me while I resolve this issue.
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If you're new to this channel then I'm Hatty. In October 2020, I picked up the guitar for the first time, and I have played and enjoyed it everyday since. I've played other instruments in the past, but with the guitar, it's become a passion that I know will last a lifetime.
In this video I will share with you my guitar journey, which takes me from playing chords, to fingerstyle, and to arranging my own songs.
I have never taken any lessons, and I have learnt everything I know from KZbin and free tabs online, so here's proof that you don't need to have lessons to progress at an instrument!
I hope you find that this journey is interesting and maybe it even motivates you to pick up your instrument again.
If you did enjoy the video then please like, subscribe, and if you play any instrument, tell me how long for in the comments because I would love to know!
Thank you so much for watching and see you next time! :)
A huge thank you to some of my favourite channels who taught me guitar:
GuitarZero2Hero - / @guitarzero2hero
FingerstyleClub - / fingerstyleclub
Kenneth Acoustic - / kennethacoustic
Let's Play Guitar! - / letsplayguitar
Six String Fingerpicking - / sixstringfingerpicking
Everything Guitar - / @everythingguitarofficial
Paul Davids - / pauldavids
If you want to start your guitar journey then these are some awesome channels to use! I also of course rely heavily on Ultimate Guitar Tabs!
0:00 Intro
0:20 1st month
0:57 2nd month
1:10 3rd month
2:15 4th month
3:08 5th month
4:40 6th month
4:58 7th month
5:50 8th month
7:47 9th month
8:08 10th month
9:24 11th month
10:36 12th month & Outro
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🎸Guitar: Guild DS-240 Memoir - Vintage Sunburst
Strings: Elixir Bronze Poliweb
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[@synrannongkhlaw1948]

I'm on day 3 of my guitar learning journey so leaving my comment here so every time someone likes it, will remind me of my progress ..Cheers!!

[@lepereneuro]

Let's gooo

[@HumanNamedChristian]

How’s it going?

[@ahem7356]

Kumno dost mynta😁

[@candace6893]

how's it going so far! hope its going well. even if you haven't picked it up in a while, give yourself grace. each day brings new opportunities 😊

[@aracy2439]

i'm on day two. My fingers are sore and I'm not feeling great. I keep hitting the final string muting it with my fat fingers. I will master this LOL

[@torbjrnlund903]

I started playing the guitar when about 14, now I'm 63. I want to say this: by learning to play the guitar you will carry with you a wonderful treasure that will last for life, so just keep on doing it. I urge you to begin to sing also. Seek for it, and gradually you will find your own way, your own voice signature. Best wishes from Norway.

[@HattyAnders]

Hi to Norway 🇳🇴. Thank you, I think I might try to sing and play soon, maybe. And I hope I will always play, I certainly love it now 🥰😁

[@torbjrnlund903]

@@HattyAnders Good. Cheers :o) 👍🏼

[@Secret_Squirrel_Scottishgamer]

Yep .. once you are able to sing and play at the same time it's pretty much smooth sailing from there you play really well for someone who hasn't been playing very long and I reckon once you settle into your own style of playing it will become second nature to you. Keep it up I taught myself to play on and off for years... I find That a lot of the Stereophonics songs are great for advancing your playstyle further plus their songs are pretty awesome IMO... 👍🏼

[@HattyAnders]

Thanks Gum Bubble 🤩

[@pardent]

jeg har akkurat begynte å spille gitar!! jeg er en utvekslingsstudent fra california og familien jeg bor hos har en gitar at jeg kan spille :D

[@GuitarZero2Hero]

Hey Hatty! I had a subscriber who forwarded this video to me, and it was wonderful to watch how you progressed so quickly! Really so honored to be listed in your description too :) I'll no doubt be the one taking lessons from you in the future! haha. All the best Dave

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Dave, that's really kind of you and thanks for taking the time to comment. If you have time I'd love it if you checked out some of my latest videos, particularly the last one which I'm really pleased with 🤩

[@profitpandits.]

Hey bro can you gift me a guitar on this Christmas? Pls

[@jimboernerjr.8794]

I I love your use of percussive play. Keep in mi d it's twice as loud when amped, picked up, mic'd etc so mess around with how hard you slap, which btw is also my style of play.

[@HattyAnders]

Great, thanks 😊

[@Bob10298]

@@HattyAndershow long would you practice everyday?

[@GrumpyGuitarNoob]

I am in week 3 of my new guitar journey and I just celebrated my 70th birthday. You have inspired me as much as any KZbinr and I just hope I progress as much as you did over the first year. Well done!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Frank, and good luck with your guitar journey 👏👏🤩

[@leodegas7731]

@@HattyAnders 🤣🤣🤣 I'm 61 and I have been teaching myself the guitar off and on for years. This video( jokingly) makes me want to quit trying. She's soooo good and i can just play some chords. I did pick up a clarinet a week ago and I am teaching myself that also. Good luck on your journey. It is really fun.😊

[@acountrygirlsews2508]

Such great progress! What kind of guitar are you playing?

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you 🤩 In the progress video it started with a Yamaha, then I got my own Guild DS-240, now I play a Baton Rouge 🤩

[@markbrown7103]

I am a say you started late in life. I thought I started late in life. I know I started at 22. I celebrated my 70th birthday in June. I’ve been playing since 1974. I am a solo instrumental, finger style guitarist. I wish you all the luck in the world. Take care from Mark.👍🏼👍🏼😁🎸😎 keep going you will go along way before you know it👍🏼👍🏼😁🎸

[@kenhoneycutt2046]

FANTASTIC! I’m taking up guitar again after a 50 year layoff. I played lead guitar in a rock band in high school (we played in many venues including the 1968 worlds fair). This was most inspiring as it gives me hope I can adavance to a resonable finger picking skill level in a year with constant practice. Thank you for posting this!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Ken I'm really happy that you like it! I'm also happy that you are picking up the guitar again and I think it's awesome that you used to play in a band! I'm sure you'll progress a lot quicker than me a your prior knowledge will definitely help! Good luck with the fingerstyle! 🙏💓

[@kratosyt3993]

looking forward for your videos too sir

[@mariamadaletey5366]

Great 😃

[@k0tana173]

Yooo, man, how old are you?

[@themusicheart167]

I like your "Honrycutt" G

[@AurioDK]

The first rule when learning guitar is to never compare yourself to others with a "vs" mentality, always seek inspiration from them but it´s not a competition. However there is one person you should perhaps compete with, yourself, try to get better every day at your own pace. Some people can hear a song and just play it, I applaud them with a bit of envy, music is a beautiful art form and you will only improve as a human being by taking up time to learn an instrument.

[@littlebro2552]

Lol. I’ve had mine for like 6 months and can only play a few chords

[@AurioDK]

@@littlebro2552 A little is better than nothing, don´t play if you don´t feel like it, it ruins the experience. Otherwise just do as I wrote above, try to get a little better every time you play.

[@baebae1916]

thanks for saying this😥 i've had mine for 6 months and when i see videos like this at their 6 months playing i can't help but compare myself alot. i only know a few open chords but i was able to learn fingerstyle quickly at 1 month. I guess the only thing missing from me is that hunger for learning new songs since im kinda picky😓

[@El_1306]

But is it a problem if it's hurt me to hear her playing her first year of guitar because I don't have the half of her talent even though I've been playing guitar for 3 years ? (Sorry if my english is bad)

[@AurioDK]

@@El_1306 It´s like writing English, do your best and never apologize. Are some people better than you or me without spending the same amount of time practicing? Yes, should it stop us from trying? No. Regardless of hobby some are naturals, some aren´t. The only thing you can do is get better and compare yourself ... with yourself, you can always seek inspiration from others.

[@BlakerTWashington]

I learned to play the guitar when I was 20 years. I am 40 today and could not imagine not having this wonderful gift in my life. It is a true honor to hold a guitar and be able to play it. It is something no one can ever take from you and in the darkest of times can bring a light that shines so bright :)

[@ola_bode]

If only Frodo had a guitar 😝

[@AfterMidnightTales]

At the age of 15 this is what I really wanted to do, sadly I was raised in a very toxic family so they broke my wings to fly. 15 years later (today) I am free and finally left in peace to be my own person and work on the things that make me feel alive. Playing on the guitar, playing the sounds to my soul. Thank you for making this video, to remind me that everything is possible. To put in the time and effort and the results will come 100%.

[@HattyAnders]

I'm sorry to hear that, but glad you found your wings 🥰

[@rhett_the_threat]

This is so relatable

[@mrbruno3670]

Update?

[@HattyAnders]

Do you mean another progress video, like 3 years or something?

[@markbrown7103]

I wished I would’ve started at the age of 15. But I started at the age of 22 in 1974. my first guitar was a Washburn. I paid $169 for it. Can’t buy a guitar like that now for that price. I have six of them now one hollow body one solid body and four acoustics. Next year will be 50 years of guitar of guitar playing. I love my guitar I wouldn’t take anything for it. It’s a beautiful instrument. My dad said I would never learn how to play. He said it would just sit in the closet. My dad passed away in 2000. Only if he knew. He would be proud of me. I am now a solo instrumental guitarist. The only thing I can say they really turned me into a super good guitar player was learning how to read music. I highly encourage this. It’s very essential. Good luck with all of your guitar work.👍🏼😁🎸😎

[@deserteagle2194]

Im 44 years old and finally brought my first guitar 2 days ago, my fingers hurt sooo bad! watching this inspires me to keep going and also gives me hope. Well done you have done amazing, keep up the great

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you 😊 your fingers will soon toughen up

[@lebohangbolae1700]

Congratulations. You will get there. Practice more basic chords like A, E,G,C,D. And also do scales for flexibility of your fingers and to strengthen them. Well that's what my dad has been teaching me so I advance faster.

[@jaytim5544]

Interesting, I love passionate people like this, well it'll hurt a little at first it even after playing for a long time but that's the beauty of it, you get used to it and enjoy it more.

[@Edukator93]

I remember the finger pain! I got to the point where I would practice for 20 minutes or so at a time and then stop. The goal was to consistently play every day and that’s all I could manage that point.

[@daan5361]

Never quit. You will only get better, never worse..

[@tazakiKun]

I've only started self-learning guitar recently because my neighbor gave me her daughter's old guitar, and this video really inspires me, I hope one day I can reach your level. Thank you and all the best to you.

[@kayzyljanelucero5053]

good luck learning! i too want a guitar but sadly i cant afford it 🤧 bless you!

[@cloudy9337]

Sameee

[@timharders]

@@kayzyljanelucero5053 you can actually get a decent one for around 200 bucks! dont let your dreams be dreams; just do it XD

[@ss_avsmt]

Don't know why I read your neighbour gave you her old daughter.😁

[@kayzyljanelucero5053]

@@timharders yes ill earn money once school starts since my parents won't buy... thanks!!

[@sunlightmarc]

My guitar journey has thought me that: there's always a room for improvement, no matter how good you think you are. Music isn't about competition, it's about your passion and appreciation towards the art.

[@markbrown7103]

Right on. I’ve been playing now for almost 50 years. And still learning. I love being a solo instrumental guitarist. it’s a lot of work, but it’s well worth it.👍🏼😁🎼🎶🎵😎🎸

[@waders480]

I love that last part “music isn’t about competition” As a beginner it’s so easy to compare yourself to those who are better than you, when in reality seeing someone who is at a higher skill level opens up opportunities to learn from them.

[@francescocalvanese6235]

Either you are blessed by immense talent or there is no way that you already wanted to move away from open chords in the first month of guitar. Anyway very good progression, keep it up

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you🤩 It was the first lockdown so I was playing a lot. I quickly got hooked. I wish I had so much time now 🤣

[@d.l.3530]

I can only agree with what you said! I also taught myself to play the guitar. I'm going in a different direction, not fingerstyle but singing and accompaniment. But I think I can still appreciate how amazing this is for just one year of practice.

[@SmkeSme]

I'm kinda jealous been playing for 10 years but you make it look like I've been playing for 10 months. Great job! Be proud of yourself!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you, that's very kind of you 😁❤️

[@Plackomiot]

Well she probably plays more daily than you do weekly. I have the same problem, although i've been playing for over a year i didnt learn much because i didnt stick to it

[@RogerManDude]

I’ve played off and on for almost 15 years and you’re still somehow better. I guess consistency pays off 😂 well done friend, you deserve way more subscribers

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you for the lovely compliment. It's all about the practice, daily practice 😉❤️

[@laurasanchez7105]

Hahahaha glad I'm not alone! Thank you for that 😂

[@kelseykramer1783]

Same boat as you roger 😂

[@melissaharkins22]

Same here!! But closer to 20 years 🤣

[@Realliferaps]

I recently started learning and have been very frustrated with myself for not learning as quick as I'd like but i keep telling myself in a year you'll be so much better and this video really helped my confidence

[@HattyAnders]

Brilliant, keep going 🤩

[@lueezec358]

Same here 😉

[@sam_apollo1187]

same

[@booyan952]

Hello Hatty, absolutely inspirational video you did! Ive started to learn to play recently and I already watched your progress twice, it just so inspiring, thank you for this😊

[@r_d3lta696]

Same with me. I’m 3 months in but she progressed at a crazy good speed. Incredible how well she got there. Keep going, I love it so much.

[@rosielly711]

this is so inspiring!! thank you so much 💜✨ wishing you the best

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much 🤩 💓

[@fordfaust8769]

ok I've been playing for almost 5 years now and what I just saw is INSANELY impressive for just ONE year of guitar. keep it up!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Ford, I really appreciate that 🤗🙏

[@mossrun]

I am VERY impressed. I have been playing for almost 60 years. Your playing will get you through times of sorrow, depression, heartbreak, uncertainty, better than drugs. I say natural talent is BS. You have the SECRET practice, perseverance, patience, and constantly challenging yourself to play better. Still, I have not seen your equal in how much you have accomplished in your first year. You have inspired me to press forward harder. Everybody can improve even at 75 so when I am 95 I can look back and say that like Hatty Anders, I never give in, I never give up.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Jim, I really appreciate your lovely comment. And it's true, it is all about practice. Since I first started in Oct 2020 there is not a day that I haven't practised 💓

[@mossrun]

@@HattyAnders That makes me so happy to hear. Keep up the good work

[@HattyAnders]

@@mossrun I certainly will do! You keep playing too! 💓

[@kshienator]

that's her natural talent, but, we who don't have can still improve, just 10 times slower :-D

[@mossrun]

@@kshienator Still, her hard work finishes what her natural talent began. It matters little that we have to work harder as long as we don't quit before we arrive. She does, I agree however, have an abundance of natural talent!

[@michaelwebster8389]

Great progress - and it looks like you're really enjoying it, and will hopefully keep enjoying it through your life. It's a great skill to have.

[@HattyAnders]

Thanks a lot Michael and I sure hope i do! 😆

[@goonerscalise]

Very cool and very inspiring, Hatty. Brava and well done! Keep up the great work!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, really appreciated 🤩

[@mikkogb3487]

I've been playing a year and I only learned strumming. You're so unbelievable. For only one year, you are now playing in finger style. I hope I can do it too

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@gabozaraga1501]

U can do it bro. Im only playing for 4 months and i can already play fast fingerpicking songs!😅

[@mikkogb3487]

@@gabozaraga1501 how?

[@HattyAnders]

If you check out the description on my progress video I've listed some of my favourite resources, they might help. I'm also planning a video on how I learnt 🤗

[@gabozaraga1501]

@@mikkogb3487 practice 69 hours a day😏😏

[@tooney012345678910]

I'm impressed by the level you reached in only one year, I feel like you started from the very beginning with quite difficult songs. You learnt nice fingerstyle techniques too, I don't think a player in classical music school would be that good after one year ^^ Good job 👏👏👏

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you, that means such a lot to me 🤗

[@Benjomane]

As a classical music teacher, I can tell you, that student can get such progress in a year - when they practise regularly! 😃 And that is definitely what she has done in her year with the guitar! Keep it up!

[@luciabonfiglio2243]

Me parece ya sabia

[@douglaschacin8178]

​@@Benjomanewhat does "regularly" mean in this context? I started 2 yrs ago, I give it 90 min/day at least 5 days a week, which would translate to 3 hrs/day for a year, using a teacher, and I'm light years behind this girl.

[@HattyAnders]

Everybody learns at different rates, in anything not just guitar.

[@socialanxiety9153]

Im so excited to play guitar. I’ve always had a love for it every time I was hearing someone play first hand. I’m gonna borrow my friends old one and then get new strings for it, hopefully by the end of the month!

[@JR-kv6ez]

Just found this channel randomly. I'm a fan now. Good work! I hope you keep going!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, I'll definitely keep going.....I just wish there were more hours in the day 🤣

[@joshgiesbrecht]

As a musician for almost 30 years, and a guitar player for 16 of those, I am thoroughly amazed at how quick you picked this up, especially being self taught. You have an incredibly bright future in guitar ahead of you. Ps. That Jazz piece was really nice, it's really neat to see a young person expanding into such genres. Great job!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it 😁

[@sabbirtalukder3321]

I was thinking the same. I picked it up 2020.. i play everyday with peaks and valleys in learning and interest but 1 year progress here is pretty intense. Great job!

[@sb2h]

She picked it up slow lmao

[@Lena-lu8]

@@sb2h go to bed✋

[@wenta24]

I just got a guitar and I’m struggling to learn how to play but this is really motivating!

[@HattyAnders]

I'm so happy if I've helped a tiny bit 😁

[@gizemkarakus2195]

Me too

[@domorecoolshit]

Absolutely loved this story! So well done and thought out! Thanks for sharing the journey so that the journey for others might be a little bit less scary. Keep it up!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you, I really appreciate that 🙏 ❤️ 😊

[@boazbobbynesai4411]

Your progress is incredible. You'll be a lead guitarist soon if you keep on going like that

[@HattyAnders]

Awww, thank you, that's very kind 🤩

[@amyjensen9505]

Can definitely see on your face the gentle expression you have, especially in the later months, of just how calm and relaxing guitar is for you

[@HattyAnders]

Haha it certainly is 🌞

[@addyl-t4545]

I’m thirteen and have been taking music lessons since I was like seven. I did ukulele for three years, guitar for two, and am onto my second year of piano. I do play guitar or ukulele every so often. I love piano so much but watching this made me realize how much I missed guitar and I realize now I don’t need to pick one instrument. Thank you so so much for inspiring me to pick up my old instruments and follow my heart.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you, and it's definitely a great thing to be able to play multiple instruments, keep playing them all, you'll regret it if you don't 😁

[@jamtam544]

That is just amazing! You are so inspiring and I have just picked up guitar again last week! Thank you for this! :)

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, I'm very happy if I've inspired you to play again 💗

[@saladarussa]

This is such a wholesome video! I'm really happy and proud of you and your journey. It's clear that this makes you so happy. Thank you for sharing your journey! All the best from Portugal :)

[@HattyAnders]

Hey to you in Portugal 🇵🇹, thank you so much 🥰

[@alexandraerasquin7320]

THAT'S A REAL PASSION THERE! Honestly, I recenlty bought my guitar but the string are hard to press on. But I think I wanna keep on learning more. I also want to learn fingerstyle. It's hard, can't deny it. But I know we will get there. Thank you for this!

[@HattyAnders]

Keep at it, your fingers will soon toughen up 😁

[@Kevinschart]

commit to playing something everyday and you will progress. Stay with it!

[@iamnonso_]

Get a guitar with "low action" and light strings.

[@mku771]

@@HattyAnders hey how did you learn the chords? i want to learn to play the guitar but i really have almost zero knowledge about it

[@j_dreii3129]

It depends on the action of the guitar and the gauge of the strings If you're a beginner buy a lighter string gauge

[@HOPE_-lo8mz]

Guitar is not that difficult but the time you give to it matters, every time you learn a new fingerstyle song it makes you smile and inspires you to learn more complex songs and hence improves your skills, your reaction time, etc. You have proved that dedication leads us to achieve something that general people would call "impossible". Thanks, a lot for inspiring...

[@Kbax3614]

If you think that it isn't difficult, you are doing it wrong

[@umershaikh7179]

@@Kbax3614 lol so much harder than learning piano... also more painful

[@aidenice3047]

@@umershaikh7179 physically and mentally 😂

[@tarquinball]

@@Kbax3614 it depends on the person. For example some people will learn quicker while others might struggle more. Once you've been playing for a while you understand that it's not that difficult, BUT it also depends on what you learn like which songs and techniques. I've only been playing for almost 2 years so i'm not saying im good but i'm not terrible. it really just takes a lot of effort and dedication

[@Kbax3614]

@@tarquinball All techniques are part of it. Ignoring advanced sweep picking, doesn't make guitar easier. When you learn guitar as whole it won't be easy even if you are John Petrucci or smth

[@nikkiroy646]

Truly this brought me to tears and I wished I've done this when I was younger! I've always wanted to learn fingerstyle because I couldn't sing. But really, I'm so happy and proud of your progress and you really are indeed very inspiring. Sick editing skills as well! Subbed!!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you thank you so much 🥰🙏💗

[@sketcheeperson]

So happy for you! I've played guitar for years and genuinely love it, but i forget that and then practicing feels like a chore. So thanks for reminding me to enjoy playing ❤️

[@HattyAnders]

You're very welcome! Thank you very much and keep up the hard work! 💯

[@1litrealu977]

I've been playing for almost upto 6 years now and seeing you progress soo much just in one year is absolutely mind blowing

[@colibri2494]

Truly inspiring! After two plus years of playing, I definitely did not improve as much as you did in a year. Yet, it’s encouraging to see people enjoy playing guitar regardless of how far along they are in their journeys. Subbed for future covers. Keep killing it!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, and I really appreciate your support. Have fun and keep playing.

[@hankmoody1744]

Maybe she played more in one year than you did in 2. Practice must be counted in hours not years

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you hank. I was definitely bitten by the bug. I have literally practised everyday since I started. I go into school earlier and often practice in the music hub before class starts 😁

[@hankmoody1744]

@@HattyAnders and if you keep practicing this hard you may be able to play some tommy emmanuel in a year or 2 :)

[@colibri2494]

@@hankmoody1744 not arguing against that. Maybe she did; maybe she didn’t. The point is: IMPRESSIVE AMOUNT OF PROGRESS! I just used myself as a reference point

[@bryanweller8375]

I love your energy and celebrate your progress. Thanks for sharing your journey with us

[@HattyAnders]

Thanks a lot Bryan 🙏

[@lorenabravo-echeverria2266]

this is so inspiring… you are so inspiring. Thank you so much for sharing ❤

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, it means a lot 💗

[@vitormaione3797]

I've been playing acoustic guitar for 15 years, and although I can play some songs I like, I've never studied that hard. U inspired me to practice more and develop myself as a guitar player. Congratulations for it development, you are a great player!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you, it means me very happy that I've inspired you 😁

[@cabal1252]

Can someone give me guitar?i want to play guitar but my guitar is now broken so i stop:(

[@cmore138]

Yep I started somewhere around 15 years ago too and have put it down and picked it back up numerous times. In the past two or so years have finally gotten to the point where continually improving and occasionally surprise myself. This video feels like an enhanced and compressed reflection.

[@salehalsekhan697]

This is so inspiring, you don’t see a lot of beginners starting with fingerstyle 🤣🤣 I know I didn’t

[@rinei3924]

You inspire me to keep practicing and I will. Thank you very much ♥

[@HattyAnders]

I love it if I've been able to inspire you. Thank you. Keep playing 🥰

[@quangtuiuviolin3725]

Keep your heat🔥🔥🔥 I've been self learning for 1 month and you inspired me. Also thanks for the source. I'm really appreciate and wish you lucky !

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, Good luck to you 🤩

[@wilko871]

You've made more progress than I have in 15 years. Keep going, you've got natural talent!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you Treebeard it's so nice of you to say this! It's comments like yours which really encourage me to practice more. I'm genuinely so thankful, so THANK YOU!!! 😂💓🙏

[@wilko871]

@@HattyAnders I can honestly say it's the most impressive example of a video like this I've seen. I know how much dedication it takes to get fingerstyle down. You clearly already have your ear in! I would recommend learning some deep therory and try out a piano too, or at least try and use a keyboard to visualise music as a whole, as it will help with this. My only (constructive) piece of criticism would be to not overuse the percussive slap. You're very good at it, but use it in moderation and it has more impact when it kicks in. Happy New year, I'm subscribing to see what you can achieve in the next 12 months! Also, a few songs I've enjoyed learning fingerstyle recently: If you could read my mind / Gordon Lightfoot Ain't no pleasin you / Chas and Dave Something / The Beatles

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much for taking taking your time to write this lovely comment, I really appreciate it! Firstly thanks for all the tips and I'll definitely do a little less slappage because you have a very good point! 😂 I'm actually trying to learn some more music theory and I would love some recommendations of sources to learn more guitar theory. I do however know a reasonable amount about general music because I've played a few other instruments so that helps a little bit. Regarding the songs you've learnt, they are quite a collection of awesome songs, some that I may have another look at learning! Thanks again and thank you so so much for the support and even subscribing! I really do appreciate it! ❤🙏 Happy New Year to you too! 🥳

[@wilko871]

@@HattyAnders it all makes sense now! You're not a first time musician, but have only been playing guitar for a year. Appologies if that was explained. Therory particularly useful for guitar and composition would be understanding modes I guess. I think his name is Jake Lizzio. Signals Music Studio is his KZbin channel. And Paul Davids. Dozens of KZbinrs have taught me everything I know, but they're the best value if you want free material imo

[@HattyAnders]

No it's my fault for not mentioning I'd played other instruments previously haha so sorry about the confusion. I'm already familiar with Paul Davids but I just had a look at Jake's channel and I loved it and I think it will be very useful for me! So thank you so much for the recommendation Treebeard II! 💓😁🙏

[@jamesnorman6089]

I gave up the guitar when I was 11 but got back into it this week and am surprisingly not terrible 😂. Thought your progress was great and will watch some more of your videos👍

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you James, keep playing ☺️

[@ashleysmith1369]

That's just insane progression in the little bits of time! Amazing!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you Ashley 🤩

[@atlasgalaxy]

This was a really well put together video. It was fun to watch your progress. You're doing awesome, keep at it! :)

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you Alissa for your kind words and it's really nice to hear your support as it keeps me going! Thank you! ☺️

[@ascendednightingale2456]

I’m learning guitar right now, and I want to get better at finger style. I can play Landslide pretty well, but I have a busy schedule and it’s taking me a while to learn new things. I wish I had the time to dedicate myself to this more, but I guess just a little a day counts. You’re progress is inspiring, and hopefully I can get there one day, too! 🧡

[@briandesjardins728]

Definitely a natural. I started playing at age 10, now im 36. Everyday I get excited to come home to pick up my old friend who's never let me down and in return picks me up after a long stressful day. My son just got his first guitar this Christmas and I see that spark of love already. Keep up the hard work, it will only reward you your entire life!

[@bookofjames]

Thank you for sharing your journey! Awesome progress! 👍

[@HattyAnders]

Thanks for watching James! 😆

[@harukaname5226]

It is so nice to see you grow and love the guitar. I've always loved hearing guitar played in fingerstyle, and I wanna learn it too. This encourages me so much😊

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much 🤩 Go for it 😁

[@madelynquibote609]

Girl you’re good 😭 my dad bought the guitar in march 2021 and i touch it like 1day in a week or in a month. I started to play it today. The first song i am learning is the good riddance. But i am struggling when im changing some chords. Thank you! You inspire me 😭

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you 😁 the key is definitely regular practice. I literally play every day 🤗

[@will3593]

That was the first song I learned!!

[@madelynquibote609]

@@will3593 me too! Congrats to us! 😭😭💝

[@mratlas1509]

Some nice guitar playing, looks like you have all of your chords down and don't seem to have any trouble, you made nice progress in a year, you have future to come so keep practicing and you will become a master. Good luck and don't give up

[@rham1981a]

You’re killing it! Awesome job 👍🏻

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much🤩

[@roots47]

Thank you so much for posting this!! I have been playing piano for the past year and I'm interested in starting guitar. I've always loved music and thought I would never be able to play. This has really inspired me to start playing. Also, thank you for adding those links in the description to KZbin channels that helped you.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Madison and I'm glad you found the links useful, (usually nobody actually bothers to check the description) 🤣 I wish you the best of luck on your musical journey! ❤️

[@paulgardner3451]

Well done,Hatty. A great improvement in only 1 year. Guitar is a lifelong love affair and for me I find you never stop learning and improving.Keep up the good work! 👏👏👏

[@dpd1234]

Thats really impressive progress in one year. Keep it up.

[@modernmichelangelo]

That’s some insane progress right there, you have so much talent. Please don’t ever quit, you will make it so far. I play a little guitar myself and I started about a year and a half ago, but I’m definitely not as good as you are. I’m thinking about practicing more and hopefully one day I’ll be able to play some Jazz. Keep up the great work, and don’t ever stop!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much 🤩

[@rebeckabergsten4888]

You're really inspiring, and by reading the comments I can tell I'm not the only one who thinks that. Thank you for making this channel I'm sure it means more to people than you know

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much. That's really kind 🤩

[@dennisvandepol5938]

Awesome video! I'm 40 years old and as a child i never did something with music. But music in life is very important, for years i walked around with the idea to do something with it and now i finally made the decision and bought my first guitar. Better late then never but I'm glad i did and i love watching these kind of videos. Keep up the good work! My journey starts now. 😁

[@HattyAnders]

Brilliant, good luck with it Dennis 😁👍🏼

[@md1967gb]

Yikes I am humbled by how far you have come in such a short time. I've owned guitars for most of my life but have never stuck at it consistently so I'm a "Career Beginner" :-) . But seeing people like you on YT makes me want to play my guitar every day. Maybe this year I'll stick to it. Thanks!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you Martin, and I definitely think the key is playing everyday. In lockdown I had more time so that also helped 👍🏼

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you Martin, and I definitely think the key is playing everyday. In lockdown I had more time so that also helped 👍🏼

[@HattyAnders]

Fortunately I haven't found it frustrating, I'm really enjoying the challenge of learning new songs. I'm thinking about starting to try to do some singing, I'm fact I'm having my first singing lesson tomorrow, to get me started. Do you have any tips for me 😁

[@benmaverick9875]

wow what an incredible experience for you. I love seeing other musicians in your comments are so positive. what a breath of fresh air. I also really enjoyed watching your progression its very inspiring.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Ben 🤩

[@rojack1947]

Wow! Your doing a great job. That's the only way to learn is dedication and determination. Keep up the great work. I joined your channel just so I could keep up on your progress. I love it.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Ron, I really appreciate the support 😊

[@arseniadenisova8756]

This is so inspiring! A true example of my fav phrase "practice makes perfect"

[@jeffcraven3088]

This video is perfect for me because I have been wanting to learn guitar for so long but evertime I pick up my guitar I'm always saying to myself I can't do this but now that I see this your inspiring me to pick up my quitar and keep trying thank you

[@charlesdang2557]

Incredible progress! Your uptake of new skills blows me away

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you Charles, much appreciated 🙏 🤩

[@m.a.demers]

Very very sweet... really enjoyed this ...and this was amazing how you progressed,your already very good ..hope to hear more🎉❤

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much 🤩 I hope you check out some of my recent videos 😁

[@recentlives]

Watching you reminds me so much of myself how I learned gutair. It was like reliving each mile stone. Sounds amazing 👏 😍

[@BrianParsonsMusic]

Whaaaat. Such a cool concept! I wish I had footage of my first year playing. What an amazing gift you’ve given yourself for years to come. You put the work in for sure! I’m glad you’re adding your color to the world with music. Thank you for this. Never quit!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, that means a lot to me 😊

[@AlwaysViceroy]

Oh, you are great! learned to play so well in such a short time! I am delighted! Good luck and progress!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, very kind 🤩

[@Maria-qm9cg]

Congratulations! Very impressed and inspired. Great work. Power to you for your patience, perseverance , and commitment. It paid off so much. Thanks for sharing this video. You have inspired to many of us. ❤

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much! It makes me very happy that I have inspired people.

[@CarlJohnson-iv7sn]

Amazing video. I also learnt guitar for 4-5 months and I also directly jumped to learning fingerstyle. It was super hard but i managed to learn it somehow and then I too learned deathbed. I used practice a lot even at a point where my fingers would hurt the next day. But it was definitely worth it. It's been a year now I don't play that kuch because of work but I have decent amount of fingerstyle arrangements. Can't wait to get back to it again.

[@user-od7lf5yh1y]

Nothing short of magnificent! I've had a long lay off but recently started getting back into it and this video has inspired me even more! Thank you. ✨

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, I'm thrilled that I've inspired you 🤗💖

[@ayushnirankari7304]

Seeing your progress feels good and is quite motivating too those who quit learning in just a small amount of time. Cheers.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much 🤩

[@TheRealTaz89]

Bought my first guitar today. This video really inspires me to keep going. Keep up the good work!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you 🤩 Good luck with your guitar journey 👍 ❤️ 😊

[@cliph9143]

This was so cool to see! I picked up an acoustic last year as well, and also fell in love with fingerstyle, so it's really amazing to see that with enough dedication you can go far. Thanks for the video!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Cliph it's lovely to hear from another passionate fingerstyle guitarist! 💖

[@Tyspy341]

Bro I’ve tried to play guitar and I’ve been on and off with it but watching you play and this is your 1 year progress inspired me to get back on and be consistent, thank you!! Your doing amazing keep at it💪

[@HattyAnders]

Brilliant. And that's key, consistency and regular practice 🤩

[@AaronPlowman-qn1px]

Congratulations on progressing so much in a year. Liked your Maroon 5 piece a lot!! Keep on Rockin 🎸

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you, I really appreciate it 🙏 😊

[@sushilee501]

your progress is incredible!! I’ve never seen someone learn and master something so quickly and so well 👏👏👏👏 thanks for sharing your music!!

[@HattyAnders]

That's so nice, thank you so much 😍😁

[@nhm1069]

Keep up the hard work! You're making some great progress.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Nathan, and thanks a lot for supporting me from the start! I really appreciate your support! 🙏❤

[@Samantha_annie]

Wow! You are so talented! And I can totally relate to how wonderful learning the guitar is. I started playing as a kid and all throughout school my favorite part was coming home and playing for hours. I never learned the finger styling though and hearing how great it sounds from you makes me want to learn! Amazing job at your progression and I love hearing you play- you are so smooth with it. I hope you continue to find peace playing and success with your channel! ❤️

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you Samantha, that's so lovely 😍. You should definitely play fingerstyle 👍👏

[@zzkano834]

Congratulations. You should be very proud of your progress. I hope you continued. Well done 👏

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much🥰

[@absurdacoustic8857]

The progress was insane!! It feels like the instrument was made for you...

[@Cgernz28]

This whole video is amazing! The videos and quality of camera and audio work, in combination with you as a guitarist improving; It was like the entire video was improving as I was watching! I think I’ll go pick a few chords when I get back home later. 👍🏻

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@jinuannasabu1242]

Thank you so much for this video. ❤️ also very proud of you for not giving up and believing in yourself❤️

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much 🤩

[@dinara6095]

this made me really happy! thank you.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you 😁 🥰

[@russellwestbrook5551]

I relate so much to this video, I started playing a guitar august 2020, yamaha same as yours, black bird was one of my first songs that i learnt to play really good and fingerpicking became my obsession. Than i played "Small Bump" by Ed as well, "Give Me Love", and "The A Team". We have the similar taste in music, similar beginnings. Keep up with your playing, never stop!

[@lucaslegardeur9842]

See what you have done in one year is truly inspiring, hope to see the next year editing :-D

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Lucas! 😊❤

[@peterhauwert688]

Wow, keep it up, inspiring to see the progress and the love of learning the instrument. It shows the value of dedicated practice, and puts me back on track as well :-)

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you Peter 🥰

[@jamesc1199]

I've been playing classical guitar for almost nine years, and I can only applaud your progress. This is absolutely amazing and you should definitely carry on, you've got massive potential and you definitely inspire a whole lot of people!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate your kind comment 🤩

[@prox1196]

This video really reminded me of my early guitar playing journey but one thing you can improve on is to relax your fingers in your fingerpicking hand! It’s a really common practice so it’s important to break it off as early as possible because when you do it makes your videos and playing look more smooth and professional. Good luck and keep rocking!

[@HattyAnders]

Thanks a lot for the tip! Hopefully in my later videos I have improved! 😁

[@xiv_hybernatingcoin]

I just started my guitar journey for a week now. I hope that I can play like this one day. You inspired me so much just seeing the passion on your face when you play. Subscribed so I can see a talent grow. Thank you for sharing your progression with us, Hatty.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you, that makes me so happy, I really love that I have been able to inspire people. Good luck with your guitar journey, and let me know how it goes 😁

[@christianflatearthcarnivore]

Great job! I'm definitely inspired to pick it up again, thank you!

[@HattyAnders]

Awesome, go for it🤩 And thanks so much 😁

[@marthaaudrina7968]

You’re doing incredibly well Hatty! I played various instruments when I was your age but I now regret not giving them the attention they deserved and never reaching my potential. Now a mum, I’ve caught the guitar bug again and your video has been so motivating. I know this is an older video but that’s incredible progress in just a few months! Thank you so much for sharing your sources! The internet is swamped with just chords and no technique or fingerpicking, so this is really helpful!

[@HattyAnders]

This is one of the most heartening comments I've had. Thank you so much. I'm glad you've found the passion for guitar, not easy making time when you're a mum. Keep going and thanks again for your lovely comment 🙏 🤩

[@kerinatrapmore3551]

Hi. Well done. I’m 67 and learnt a few chords at school many moons ago lol I bought a new guitar a few weeks ago and am really enjoying learning again I have been learning new basic chords etc on the web. Love it 👍😀

[@marktaylor7997]

I’m 61 and just starting my fingerstyle journey….I keep being told to anchor the pinkie of my picking hand which is so uncomfortable . Glad to see someone much better than me doesn’t…you’ve done really well in a year 👍👍

[@sabecapote6484]

Beautiful inspiring dedication! Your fingering picking style is amazing.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much 😀

[@jsa7356]

This was really cool and inspiring to watch. I turned 50 recently and decided it was time to do some of the things I'd always wanted to do, but never made time for. Learning guitar and piano topped my list. Like you, I'm going the KZbin route instead of formal lessons. It's been challenging learning two instruments at once, but fun all the same. I hope by next Oct, I'm as far along in my journey as you were after your first year. Thanks for the motivation! Happy New Year, Hatty!

[@HattyAnders]

That's brilliant, keep going and have fun. All the best for the NY 🤩

[@thelastdays4586]

Well done young one, may the LORD GOD bless you. I am 41 years old and picked up a guitar beginning last year and also taught myself. I try different instruments, piano, panflute, violin lol, but I must say the guitar is the most versatile and I enjoy it most.

[@HattyAnders]

I played the flute for a few years, when I was younger, and I also had some lessons on my mums old violin. But when I decided to pick up her old guitar I was instantly hooked!