How to Play Scarborough Fair by Simon & Garfunkel on Guitar

[@brianjralph2008]

Video is so inspiring. I’ve been working on it for a few weeks and it’s coming together and it feels so satisfying to see it get closer and closer. Thank you for teaching it exactly how it sounds on the recording. You should add a thank you button so you can receive gratuity

[@evacousticmusic]

Real nice! I like how you slowly go over each part and play it at a reduced tempo, often, it really ties things together. Sometimes things can get a bit disjointed when you’re just calling out frets and sting number. I learned from your Vincent video and I found myself getting lost a bit frustrated a few times but I persevered. You make some of the most accurate lessons on KZbin and I really appreciate you taking the time to do so. It’s making me a better guitar player. Thank you.

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

That’s so great to hear, I really appreciate your feedback. Thanks so much

[@JaimeIniesta]

A legendary song and a superb arrangement, thanks Chris!

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Thanks, you’re very welcome

[@mikejones8198]

Hi, The way I think of the first two bits of the intro is that it is a normal C shape simply moved up two frets, take lift up your third finger to begin, play the arpeggio then put the third finger back. Also think of it as an Am7 moved up 2 frets then put down the third finger to complete the "C" shape. The next move is a run down to G in a similar way to what is happening at the beginning of Kathy's song. No need to worry about naming the chords.

[@adriennedunne1748]

Hi Chris. I've been plugging away. I think I finally have the end bit. Much blood, sweat, and tears. You're a very good teacher. Thank you. 😊

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Haha thanks so much, so glad you’ve cracked it!

[@AK-pn2bg]

I am a beginner and I am just on my second guitar course. But with your video, I can already play the intro (not yet very fluent)..thank you a lot. I will keep practicing because this is my favorite song.❤

[@edwardwelsh3202]

Thanks so much, I can play it pretty much perfectly now! Probably my favourite song to play on guitar.

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Such a great one to play

[@nathancarruthers2833]

Great tutorial!! My 6yr old daughter came home from singing lessons with this song so Ive vowed to learn it so we can duet together ❤

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

That is awesome!

[@BulldozerBilly]

You're awesome, you can sing AND play that! Thanks for the video! Gonna try getting the finger picking!

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Thanks and you're very welcome

[@FlavioCarpes629]

Thank you so much! I'm a Brazilian musician and S&G fan. You helped me to put this song on my set. 😊

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

You're very welcome! Thanks

[@Graham-e4p]

Simon is brilliant

[@peggyriverain]

What a beautifully melancholy song! Really enjoyed learning it. Thanks for the great lesson. :)

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

As always you're very welcome

[@rachabcunanan2528]

You are a very good guitar tutor. Thanks Man ! More Power Six String Fingerpicking

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Thanks so much!

[@jefffawcett]

Paul Simon has always been my favorite musical artist and I hope the fact that there are so many different KZbin channels with people giving tutorials on how to play his songs means a whole new generation is discovering him.

[@colinpadley1897]

Brilliant demo, it amazes me how you worked this out. I'm going to knuckle down on this, make an acoustic sound beautiful.

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Thanks so much, hope you enjoy playing it!

[@stuarthartley6824]

Great lesson , thanks for sharing.

[@ryanaiden]

Quick note: Paul Simon uses his 1st and 2nd fingers on the A13sus4, and 2nd and 3rd fingers on the Asus2 chord. It sets up nicely for the C shape so you have your 1st finger free.

[@dew12u]

Thank you! This is great ... I am practising that picking pattern day and night. Tenacity is a super power!

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

You're very welcome, keep it up!

[@davidcoplan]

That is such a dynamic song, thank you

[@lukehellyer6109]

Great video! Nice and easy to follow. Thanks very much!

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Glad it helped!

[@orinthiamartin1189]

Thank you for posting this!! It's super fun to play.

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

You're welcome

[@lukethedrifter100]

Thank you Chris...i just about have the ability, you gave me the confidence and the steps.

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Thanks so much, I’m sure that you have the ability. Keep it up! Cheers

[@deanbartone8187]

How are we doing? My man just stumbled onto your channel this morning I like how you explain everything I’ll be watching more of your videos. Thank you for sharing.

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Hey, good thanks. Glad you've found my channel!

[@TheMicrofox]

Nice, good tutorial, I went thru it, but wish it was a full fingerstyle arrangement, with melody. Any plans for that?

[@jasoncdebussy]

That looks excellent Chris and within my capability. I'll be giving it a go 👍 Thanks for another excellent lesson 😊

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

You’ve very welcome, it’s so nice to play

[@blueser100]

beautifully done thank you

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Thanks a lot

[@salmanrahman1290]

Took me about three days to get it Great video tutorial

[@jaquinsorillo6867]

Bro I just can’t do it

[@jamesrobert4106]

Yes you can. 😊

[@jtfrancis2543]

You absolutely can 😉👍

[@BazookaBeanIsEpic]

Practice it slowly and put the guitar down for the day if you get frustrated and come back to it. Any updates?

[@elgonm289]

You can 100% do it ❤

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Tell me that in a year from now

[@elhassanmakil7773]

Super dimostrazione!!! Grazie

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

You’re very welcome

[@ruanroux7122]

Great video! I love learning these songs. Please can you do an advanced tut for Josh Turner: Your Man, i cant find a fingerstyle one anywhere

[@mowis4824]

wonderful presentation

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Thanks a lot

[@stefano.b65stef77]

Hi, the name of the chords are usually more complicated that the chords themselves! great tutorial as usual.

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

They certainly can be. Cheers

[@pickonthedog]

First day I'm 6 minutes in and Staying strong 💪 Goodluck to all of y'all and god bless. No matter what don't give up!

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Keep it up!

[@deboNair2001]

Thank you so much. 🙏

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

You're welcome

[@jhpsag4049]

12:37

[@erictripton]

Thank you.

[@John-pi4id]

You sing just like me, but your playing is much awesomer!

[@christymcdaniel3906]

Very soft playing

[@adriennedunne1748]

I have most of it, but I've played the last part, she once was a true love of mine several times after the 2 pull offs and just can't follow that bit at the end of the verse. It's very frustrating. Otherwise, it's a very good tutorial.

[@orinthiamartin1189]

4:13 Is the v1 Review

[@bigdawg7718]

Do I need that clamp that holds the strings?

[@orinthiamartin1189]

You need that, yes. At least if you want it to sound accurate. Otherwise it will be lower, but still okay-ish. Maybe in the wrong key. It's called a capo and they come in different styles.

[@7thepathfinder]

Excellent tuition, the fingerpicking pattern takes time but practicing until your fingers bleed pays dividends…

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

It certainly does!

[@danielivanov356]

My sister is getting married in 20 days. She asked me to play this song on guitar on the wedding day. I dont play guitar... wish me luck😆😆😆

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

That’s quite a challenge! Good luck and congratulations to your sister

[@annaivanova5162]

As your sister, I wish you luck :D You can do this!

[@masudtv]

😂

[@barrydduggan]

How did you do?

[@danielivanov356]

@@barrydduggan actually went really great😁 made some mistakes but she loved it.

[@carlosbotto3826]

You don't explain well

[@SixStringFingerpicking]

Sorry you feel that way, I try my best

[@cheshirebowman4465]

Try less advanced

[@shaheenrahman-bi9ky]

please sing or hum along otherwise it difficult to follow !