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

[@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

[@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

[@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👍🏼👍🏼😁🎸

[@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.

[@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..

[@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 🤣

[@EastTexasBallistics]

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 😝

[@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

[@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

[@Mr_Bruno1980]

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.👍🏼😁🎸😎

[@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!!

[@LordTyranos]

I'm 28 years old. Today, I start my journey. You are an inspiration.

[@HattyAnders]

Brilliant, good luck 🤩

[@ionageman]

I started at 33 .. I’m now 57 .. while it was hard to begin over time it became my life .

[@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!

[@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.

[@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?

[@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✋

[@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😏😏

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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.👍🏼😁🎼🎶🎵😎🎸

[@wadebecker06]

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.

[@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 😁

[@WelziFC7]

I’m 30 years old, I started playing guitar just about a month ago . Between working a full time job and being a single father I am still finding time to play every day and it’s been life changing. My daughter who’s 5 loves to watch me practice and asks to strum along so I bought her a little beginner guitar as well. It’s become something we both do. She doesn’t necessarily learn songs but she strums along with the biggest smile as I struggle through my chord progressions.

[@superchuckie]

Good luck Bro 👍

[@progaming.5765]

I am 31 and just bought a new Guitar, i have a basic knowledge of cord progression since i was 16, now trying a fingerstyle, good luck to u bro

[@AsherGabriel-y3v]

Hi sir you know play guitar now?

[@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 🌞

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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 ☺️

[@JUST-A-GUY-8]

I have been playing for 5 years and you very much impressed me, keep it up

[@HattyAnders]

Thanks, will do!

[@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!

[@salehalsekhan697]

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

[@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! 😭😭💝

[@strawberrymilkshake112]

You motivated me to start playing guitar, I'm 7 Months in now. And now I can play the songs that I thought was impossible for me to play 😭 Im proud of myself. Thank you so much. I can play my favorite songs now. ❤ Thank you thank you.

[@HattyAnders]

That's awesome, I'm so happy if I helped a little. Keep playing 🥰

[@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! 😁

[@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!

[@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 😁👍🏼

[@TheLittleBlue-Bird]

I've been playing guitar for around 4 years now and i want to say you are amazing and I still am no where close to your level! Keep playing and i will too! Thank you for inspiring me!

[@HattyAnders]

Awesome, thank you so much 🤩

[@TenWilder0]

All it takes is passion to be a wonderful player like yourself. I was stuck at an intermediate strumming level for over 20 years. I learned most of the advanced fingerstyle I can play now over the last two years of really applying myself. Keep your passion close, it will take you as far as you want to go. When it comes to the guitar, I believe anybody can play anything if they want to bad enough.

[@alexgetiton]

I tried to teach myself how to play last year and it was really difficult for me to do fingerstyle to the point that I would always give up on it. I told myself that I would try to push harder to somehow get me to learn my first song in fingerstyle format. Your video is a great inspiration. Thank you!!

[@HattyAnders]

It makes me so happy that I've inspired you. Keep going 😁

[@oscarhansen781]

It’s incredible how much you’ve learned in just one year. The songs of a guitar player I really love, John Mayer, helped me learn a lot of different styles of guitar playing. It’s really cool how everyone learns differently! Nice video, and good luck on the rest of your guitar journey.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Oscar!

[@heyya4307]

I really want to learn how to play guitar and actually John Mayer is the main reason for it. At this point I really want to play just JM songs..

[@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 🤩

[@SilentRaven77]

When I started playing the guitar, I was hooked by the idea of fingerstyle. I started practicing a lot and was able to play a couple simple arrangements. But I hadn’t picked it up in the last few months… You really inspired me to start playing fingerstyle again. Thank you so much.

[@HattyAnders]

I'm so happy that I inspired you to try fingerstyle again and I wish you the best of luck learning! 💓

[@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 😍😁

[@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! 💓😁🙏

[@alexgavalda1575]

This video inspires all beginners to keep progressing. I'm starting to play guitar and this helps me so much. Thanks for sharing your talent! 👏

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Alex and good luck. Did you notice that I've listed some of my favourite resources in the video description, they might help 🤩

[@dontmentionit1596]

Fellow new born guitarist! I’ve been playing guitar for two years and it’s been really fun. I started learning Recuerdos de la Alhambra today. It’s not easy song but looking great so far! Good luck to everyone who plays guitar.

[@HattyAnders]

Hey, nice to meet you. Enjoy your journey, I'll check that piece out 😁

[@jodidoran2086]

i've been playing guitar for nearly two years, mainly just rythm but lead too, i've honestly never tried fingerstyle properly, this video has inspired me to learn this new style, thank you! I started out like you, i picked up my dads old guitar and completely fell in love with it, good luck on the rest of your journey!!

[@HattyAnders]

Definitely give it a go! And good luck 😁

[@Diemoreman]

Try to give classical guitar a try too. It will improve your coordination as well as introduce new ways to utilize what you already know. Learning rest stroke and open stroke really improved my fingerstyle dynamics (controlling volume and expression). I hope this helps!

[@jodidoran2086]

@@Diemoreman i’ll be sure to give it a go!! thank you for the advice!!

[@fruitykrueger]

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 😁

[@AsherGabriel-y3v]

Sir you know how to play guitar now?

[@fruitykrueger]

@@AsherGabriel-y3vnot a sir but, yes, I can. Nothing too crazy tho! Still learning more music theory so I can make my own arrangements and learn even quicker 😄

[@ais148]

I only started playing the guitar yesterday, my aunt gave my dad her guitar and brought it home. When I saw the guitar I was so excited to play it! I just wanted to say how happy I am to have found someone who have learned guitar just from KZbin. Your covers are very pleasing to hear, thank you.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you and Good luck 👍 if you check out the description on my progress video I've listed some of my favourite resources there, they might help you 🤩

[@ais148]

@@HattyAnders Thank you so much! I will look into it ^^

[@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 😁

[@Mqe23]

Wow, really good guitar progression. I love how clean the sound is in that last song. I started playing guitar a year and a half ago too. I has been focusing on Fingerstyle and I can tell is a really hard style to master. It takes tons of practice to combine all the skills together and form that beautiful style. I wish you the best and thanks for sharing. 🙏🏻

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it 🤗 have fun with your guitar playing 😁

[@jayedevan567]

Solid...I just turned 50 and been playing about 2.5 years...my first year progress was incredible then I hit a plateau and only play now when I need to relax and relieve some stress...just put together a few chords and fingerpick through them...you've inspired me to get back to why I picked it up to begin with...to play songs I love and grow as a guitarist/musician 🎸👊🏾🖤

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you Jay, I'm super happy if I have inspired you. Keep playing!

[@Sebcentre]

Had the same thing started at 8 and now I am 17, I made good progress in the beginning then it just gets to a point where you are good but do not feel like putting in the work to improve

[@jayedevan567]

@@Sebcentre keep playing youngsta...you're only 17...challenge yourself to learn some different genres of music...take a little time off to refresh if you need to...but always keep playing...I recently started a personal 100 day challenge...I'm only on day 3 but I can already feel my energy coming back to learn and get more comfortable and fluent in my play 🎸👊🏾

[@musiclove2250]

I just started learning about a year or two ago around 40. Doesn’t matter when you start, just start. Great job! I love your journey

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much and good luck with your journey 🤩

[@guilhemmaire4441]

I wanna say congratulations for all the progress you've made in only 1 year. Personnally, I've been playing guitar for 5 years now and what I like the most in this instrument is that you can never get bored. There is always something to discover that you never imagined. Anyway, congratulations and may you inspire many other people to play this beautiful instrument ;)

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate 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 👍👍

[@morgancloward4202]

Incredible that you achieved this in such a short time. I've played guitar for awhile but got in kind of a stagnant place I'd say... you've inspired me to start again and learn new things 😁

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you, I appreciate that and glad I've inspired you 🤗

[@Blinkers2007GameDev]

Same

[@ruweima]

im a 15 year old beginner (as of rn) and got my guitar a few weeks back, this videos inspired me to start my guitar journey properly, thanks for sharing your progression with us

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, good luck with your journey, let me know how it goes 👌😁

[@ruweima]

@@HattyAnders will do, many thanks!

[@Humiliated1234]

How are you doing a month later?

[@ruweima]

@@Humiliated1234 i've learnt a few songs by wilbur soot, if you know who he is

[@drmartinyoung3761]

That is incredible! I’ve played finger style for 45 years and I still found myself listening to you and thinking ‘I must learn to do that!’ Very well done!!!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Martin, I appreciate that a lot 😊

[@absurdacoustic8857]

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

[@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 👍😀

[@deorcunity]

It felt nostalgic watching this video. I started the same way back in 2022 and have been on and off since. The songs played in the video were the same ones I chose during my early days. Great work! Keep it up.

[@dipeshdarai7565]

It's 8 years since I ever stated playing guitar.. I had been always stocked in chords and some leads only.. never tried to learn higher.. cause I thought I couldn't ever get that much of mastering skills as I usually see in KZbin.. but your progression video just totally changed my prospective on myself.. I have already couples of lead and hell 8 years of quick shifting chords experience.. let's get started some new real deal.. Thank you for your inspiring achievement.

[@HattyAnders]

That's brilliant 🤗💡 I'm so pleased if I have inspired you 😁💖Keep going 👏

[@nn_bubbles6388]

I was playing my guitar and was beginning to stressed out but then when I watched this video it's unexplainable how I felt, I was so inspired and I'm only watching your channel for the first time, I subscribed and liked it with notifications on immediately and now no matter what ill keep going, thanks a lot hatty.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much. The best thing for me is that I'm inspiring people. Its incredible. I really appreciate your support, thank you for subscribing 😁💖

[@artty342]

How you made an insane amount of progress on one year. I’m incredibly excited to see how you are in another 5 years! Subscribed!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Artty, I really appreciate it 🤗💖

[@artty342]

@@HattyAnders of course! I don’t know if you’re open to requests but I have yet to see anyone do a fingerstyle cover of “my bella evangeline” from the princess in the frog. Either way, keep up the great work!

[@adeolagbadamosi3799]

I’m just learning at 61! Well done absolutely beautiful ❤

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much🤩 That's wonderful, keep at it, don't give up 😁

[@wildlyartisticliving515]

I've been playing for almost 2 years. Fell in love with fingerstyle. Still working on learning it well. You are an inspiration! Love your style.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much 😁💖

[@RosieGabrielle]

This was so encouraging thank you 🙏🏼 so wonderful to see how much improvement you made in just one year ! It gives me a lot of hope, I just started playing and it feels like it would take an eternity to get “decent” but you proved it’s possible in a very short time with a lot of dedication and passion. Thank you 🙏🏼 Maybe one day I’ll give brave enough to share a cover on my KZbin 🤗

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Rosie for you kind words. ☺️ Be patient with it and you'll soon be better than "decent" 😅 I'd love to see if you ever post a cover! ❤

[@arseniadenisova8756]

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

[@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 🤩

[@bhaavik.sharma]

Very impressive. Have a on and off relationship with guitar playing. But this really motivated me a lot. Even your skills at 4 months are much better than my 1 year journey. This video is so inspiring 💪💪. Gonna work.

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Bhavik! I think that the most important part of learning a skill is consistency. Some days I wouldn't have time to play much for I would make sure I did for even just 10 minutes, and there hasn't been a single day which I haven't picked up my guitar. I really appreciate this comment and I wish you a massive good luck! 💓

[@bhaavik.sharma]

@@HattyAnders thank you for your wishes. You are right, consistency is the key to learn & master anything. Gonna work hard this year. You now are an example that anyone can learn without joining guitar Institute.

[@assamesecartoon5508]

I also began my fingerstyle from oct 9 2021 n I'm self taught, you give me a hope that may be after one year i could do as like you , thanks for this 💜

[@HattyAnders]

I'm glad if I've inspired you. Keep playing 😊

[@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 😊

[@zawad1809]

18 years old, age doesn't matter, but what matters is.... I am starting with gratitude!!!

[@calebarnold6405]

I love Ed Sheeran's music, and I See fire is very underrated in my opinion. I love how you learned this song early on, because it was also one of the first few songs I tried to learn to play on guitar. I wish I had more time to play guitar, because it's my favorite instrument, and now I've seen how it's possible to make a lot of progress in a year, if I played more often.

[@HattyAnders]

I hope you can pick it up again 😊

[@TC_Conner]

Great to see and especially hear another self-taught guitarist like me! You are definitely on the way up! Your finger pickin is great and those tunes you wrote yourself sounded gorgeous! What do you think about changing strings? What kind do you use? You’re the first such guitarist/KZbinr that I’ve came across with a really unique way of showing your playing style and your progress as a self-taught guitarist. You’ve earned a new subscriber and supporter. Keep doin what you’re doin and I’ll try to keep up with watchin and followin your progress. And keep writing and playing your original compositions, those define your playing style more than covers I think. 😎🎸🎸😎

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, that means such a lot to me. I've got Elixir strings on at the moment, do you have a different recommendation? I definitely want to do some more of my own compositions, and I might also try singing and playing 🤔

[@TC_Conner]

@@HattyAnders Yes, definitely SING and play! I use two different kinds of strings. Like you, I have Elixirs (Nanoweb 12/53 Light) on my Fender Acoustisonic Telecaster, and Martin’s Retro Acoustic Tony Rice Bluegrass strings on my two Martin acoustic guitars (GPCPA4 and D28). I like Elixir’s thinner Nanoweb coating because of the brighter tone and since you’re relatively new to playing guitar you might like the thinner coating because it makes playing a little easier on your chording fingers. The coating on Polywebs is thicker, and you might like those better because of the fuller sound/tone they give. Do you change your own strings? Here’s a good article on the differences between Polyweb and Nanoweb: www.guitargearheadz.com/nanoweb-vs-polyweb-guitar-strings/ And if you haven’t checked out Bluegrass music I urge you to do so, I think your finger picking style would work great playing bluegrass music. Listen to Tony Rice and/or Alison Krauss and Union Station. 😎😎🎸😎😎

[@HattyAnders]

@@TC_Conner Sorry for the late reply, I have only just seen your comment. I do infact change my own strings and that article you linked actually looks quite interesting and I will definitely have a look now. Regarding the Bluegrass, it's funny you should mention that because only a few days I came up with another original piece which I didn't really know what genre it would fit into. After listening to some Bluegrass it seems like it really fit with the style, so I'll definitely have a look at some songs I could learn. Thanks for the suggestion TC! 😁

[@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! 👏👏👏

[@stefasgaming5713]

I am on the second month , i started15th of April. Lets go guys keep going!!!

[@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 🤩

[@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 🤩

[@connor7162]

Love this whole video, when I heard the way you played blackbird I was like “that’s the way I learned it too! “ so much progress in a year well done

[@HattyAnders]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much.

[@nicolettemarr9294]

@@HattyAnders what was the tutorial you used to learn Blackbird? :)

[@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!

[@Olivier_G_]

What a beautiful video! You truly play well and honor the authors by interpreting their music! It shows you're meant for music! Excellent video production quality as well! All the best!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much Olivier, that means a lot 🤩

[@Olivier_G_]

@@HattyAnders Thank you; for being vulnerable and sharing the steps of practicing and inspiring others to believe in themselves and allow themselves to do what they feel they will like!

[@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! 💖

[@gemmakguitar]

Still can't get over how amazing you are Hatty. Especially for someone so young. Thanks for inspiring me to do a years progress video too. I'm nowhere near as good on guitar but I like to write songs so I have made a year of songwriting video.

[@HattyAnders]

I just watched your video and I loved it! Thank you so much Gemma and may you continue to create beautiful music! ✨️

[@OKBAOK]

You’re a good inspiration to all the people who wants to learn. Your results is the answer. You put time and dedication 🙂 Amazing results just one year. Imagine if you don’t stop playing and keep on learning. You’re not only enjoying it your self, also those people who watch you. I’m Proud of you. This is just a self thought Wow!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it 🤩

[@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!

[@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! 🧡

[@sreshtharoychowdhury747]

I picked up the guitar in November 2020 and it's been one hell of a journey! Your progress is very inspiring! :)

[@HattyAnders]

That's awesome that you also play and that we've almost been playing for the same amount of time! Thank you so much for saying this Sreshtha and thanks for watching! 💓🙏

[@TheCheery101]

I’m 26 and this video is motivating me to continue my guitar journey. I had my first guitar at 12 years old. Got frustrated and stopped learning all together and didn’t pick it back up in years. This time I have more patience for myself and was able to learn a few songs this year compared to not knowing any when I was younger. I know this was two years ago and I haven’t yet checked to see if you posted any more of your progress, but your determination is inspiring as well as your progress just in this video alone. Thank you for sharing and inspiring all of us guitar lovers 💕✌️

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you for your comment, it's a lovely one. 😍 I wish you the best of luck on your guitar journey 😊

[@facucero1071]

You made me remember how I decided to start playing the guitar like 5 months ago. I have already been playing the keyboard for 5 years, half of it with lessons and the other half alone. I thought Piano would be my instrument, but realised that the guitar is really fun! I've been learing a lot by my own and also composed one song. Maybe I could start a YT channel, too. I am kinda happy to see how people can learn this beautiful ability in a couple of months. I hope you improve as well as I will

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you, enjoy your guitar playing journey 🤗

[@Ingrid.braun-ricks]

This makes me so happy! I taught myself the same way back in 2010 but didnt think to really record my progress, but your progress is amazing! Keep it up!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@reandov]

Hey Hatty, your video appeared in my timeline and currently I'm also learning acoustic guitar (tried before that but I gave up). I'm in my second month right now and it's being a wonderful experience, never got so far! Your video was so inspiring and joyful, thanks a lot for sharing! Cheers from Brazil!

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you so much, Good luck. Don't stop 🤩 If you check out the description on my progress video I've listed some of my favourite resources there, they might help 😀

[@recentlives]

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

[@san.i._]

This is so amazing.... Would be really helpful if you shared your learning routine and some tips with us. Thank you for giving me hope 😅🥰

[@HattyAnders]

Thank you Sania. I am planning to do a few such videos in the future. Time is not my friend though 😕

[@san.i._]

@@HattyAnders thank you so much. On your own time, dear. No rush 💛

[@timoweindel]

First of all, amazing progress for just one year. You definitely have talent. My Name is Timo Weindel, I'm from Germany and 20 years old. I have been playing guitar for over ten years now, and I also play fingerpicking songs. The first few years I covered a lot of different songs, later mostly of Passenger. But now I write my own songs, melody and lyrics.

[@HattyAnders]

That's lovely to hear Timo! 😊

[@BraydenGaard]

I’ve been Playing guitar for 3 years Sounding real Good!! Keep up the work! 🎸🎸

[@HattyAnders]

Thanks, you too!

[@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 🥰🙏💗