This Is How Guitar George Knew All The Guitar Chords

How did Guitar George know all the guitar chords? He knew how to make them from scratch is how! No chord books. All in his head! To make all the chords you need to understand where chord names come from. In this series of interval and music theory lessons for guitar (yes, it applies to other instruments too I break down everything you need to know so you don't have to rely on chord cheat sheets. More videos in this series coming up! THERE IS HOMEWORK!
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Eyup! I'm Ricky Comiskey :)
I'm a UK guitar teacher with around 30 years of experience teaching guitar privately, in schools, further education, and in rehabilitation organizations. I want to help you realize your goal of playing guitar and making music. It really is one of the most amazing gifts you can give yourself.
I pride myself on giving beginning guitar players the foundation skills needed to become the guitar player they want to be. I have lots of quirky insights and tools to help you understand the elegant layout of the guitar fretboard, understand chords, scales and much more!
In 2006 I founded "Ricky's school of rock", which is a real school of rock set in 6000 sq ft of dedicated teaching space, where my staff of 16 tutors and myself teach every day. Teaching guitar is my calling and legacy.
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[@rickysguitar]

This video tutorial is part of a series on understanding intervals and making intelligent reliable note choices Start here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6HOqaJrn7uUb7s Watch This next: kzbin.info/www/bejne/il6mZ6Chfpd0nbs PLAYLIST: .kzbin.info/aero/PLkIKuUCloUzcUW0wL7q1NNUPaMLIvpSTS

[@waynestock2006]

Rick, I take lessons, but I augment my lessons with your stuff. You teach in such a way, it's really easy to understand and fun. You answer the simple question that most would think are obvious, except they're not obvious to us newbies. Love the channel, thank you so much for the content

[@JB-se2ef]

Just going back through some older stuff 👍🤟🎸

[@philbutler3642]

Thanks Ricky, I bought your book and am working through your videos. Great stuff you are easy to learn from. Ive been trying to play and understand the guitar for most of my life and at 76 something is finally starting to sink in. I'm a slow learner, doesn't matter though I love the journey. Cheers Phil

[@rickysguitar]

It's all about the journey Phil! Pleased to be a part of it. Ricky

[@andersonpx]

Hi Ricky, you are a gifted teacher! Thanks for demystifying all these concepts in a simple yet complete manner. Cheers !

[@rickysguitar]

Thank YOU for watching! And thank you for your kind words :)

[@timemerson2691]

I’ve learned more from you in a couple of hours than I have from years of instruction elsewhere. Thanks for making it understandable.

[@davegenske8973]

Thanks Rick. I answers a numbers of questions that I have searching to answer. Appreciate it !

[@donsuccone]

Can't believe I've spent hundreds on other courses from different tutors from around the world when all I needed was right here up the road in Huddersfield and all for the cost of your book at just £17. Oh well!! I'm here now 😂 love the channel! Liked, subscribed and have bought the online version of the book. Thanks for all your lessons!

[@Peter-oh3hc]

I know some music theory, but never heard of the cycle of 3rd until I watched your video last year. I have seen other creators talk about 11th note/chord, but was never sure of what they were talking about. I am picking up the guitar after decades of not practicing. These videos are a huge help. Thank you so much

[@jesusbm7897]

Ricky you have already become my virtual teacher 😁. All my love for you bro 🤗, and thanks for your dedication about teaching us about this awesome toy.

[@beaucottrell5470]

The BEST explanation about how chords are formed! Thanks

[@jourdanwebb2700]

checkout guitar George he knows, all the chords *guitar riff*

[@j.epstein7723]

Playing strictly rythm he doesn't want to make it cry or sing *makes it cry and sing*

[@InsolentMusicalPeasant]

I always thought Music Theory was beyond my comprehension, but it's amazing what clarity it's brought now that you've explained it to me. If you know the fretboard, and you know the intervals then a whole new world of playing opens up. It was honestly fun enough to playing along to all my favorite bands, but I might actually start writing my own songs now. Doesn't seem so impossible. Really can't thank you enough for sharing your knowledge, and explaining it simply enough that I could grasp it. You rock!

[@mattygamache]

Your book was a Christmas gift to myself. As for the homework, haha... Dmajor9 = D, F# ,A, C#, E..... Bmajor9= B, D#, F#, A#, C#........Eadd9 = E, G#, B, F#.....Abmajor9 = Ab, C, Eb, G, Bb......Gadd9= G, B, D, A..... Considering how long it took me to type that out, I may have been able to watch another lesson. Cheers!

[@JoeC712]

You're lessons are superb, moved on tons in a couple of days. You're the only thing that makes me wish I was still living in Bradford for lessons.

[@simontemplar3359]

Oh snap! Outstanding Dire Straits nod!! Guitar George does know all the chords.

[@alanpatterson2759]

happened upon your channel, looked at a couple of vids. You are great at explaining the theory. Duly subscribed.

[@JB-se2ef]

Great lesson Ricky

[@ChristofferKeizer]

Another tidbit gained. Thank you, sir.

[@mimi-3212]

Thanks, Ricky. Great info!

[@charliesmith4544]

I’m learning so much thank you.

[@alangordon4793]

Came across your Circle of 3rds video, so simple, so clear and consequently very educational. I have "plunked" on the guitar for years but to move forward in my playing I need to have some theory behind me, as a support/foundation. Your circle of 3rds and now this video has been brilliant for me. I have subscribed, will study your other videos and start practicing again. Many thanks for your clarity and skill as a teacher.

[@rickysguitar]

I appreciate the sub Alan. Keep at it!

[@greggwilliams3097]

"It's stupidly simple" I luv it Ricky!

[@jamesvines3379]

Good and useful pro stuff!!!!!!

[@tonytechquuo]

Thanks Ricky

[@WimBlock]

Thanks Ricky!

[@duesenberger]

Thx for this video. While I understand the tehory behind it I need help with identifying chords while they are played so that I can solo along based on the chords that are played.

[@joycegrove5602]

Another gem of a lesson, Ricky! So the presence of the bridging 7th determines if it is maj-something chord, but no 7th means it's an add-something chord :) Thanks for explaining & yes I did the homework too!

[@langdontroy]

Ricky! Thank you man

[@KayakCampingOffGrid]

Ricky your videos are seriously awesome and surprisingly enlightening, in all sorts of useful and memorable ways! I often listen to your videos whilst driving, so cannot like or comment... 🥺 Happy Christmas to you and your family, you are the GREATEST.

[@pauljohnstone9533]

Great lesson Ricky your info is invaluable

[@YouShouldYT]

Thank you so much

[@thunderace4588]

This was a very useful lesson, thank you Ricky.

[@rickysguitar]

Glad it was helpful! Great to see you in the super chat :)

[@skintslots]

I enjoy your sideways diagrams Ricky. It helps me with my picture editing skills as much as my music theory.

[@rickysguitar]

Haha what are watching on?

[@skintslots]

@@rickysguitar Just a laptop mate.It just seems that the diagrams are writting in lanscape but come out as portrait in the PDF.

[@southsideronnie]

You make it sound easy and guess what? It is easy if I fallow your instruction!

[@PatricioTorre]

Thanks

[@mjjames2442]

Love this channel! But did I miss the George part?

[@robertsloan3272]

Ricky...thank you for the video and homework! Ok..let me try. First..all of the chords have a 2nd interval...in essence. The Dsus2 has a Root, 2nd and 5th interval. The Bmaj9 has a Root, 3rd, 5th, 7th and 9th intervals. The Eadd9 has the Root, 3rd, 5th and 9th intervals. The Asus2 has the Root, 2nd and 5th intervals. The Gadd9 has the Root, 3rd, 5th and 9th intervals. Question: with the 2nd and 9th being the same in essence, why wouldn't the intervals be described as R, 2nd, 5th and 9 for the Gadd9 for instance? I am looking forward to your reply and continued lessons!! I appreciate your teaching and willingness to share your knowledge!

[@l.malcolmcase337]

2 Questions.... Does it work the same way for Minor Chords & If you play a C + 9 (For example) do you have to add the D (9) from the compound Octave or could you simply add the D (2)....?

[@alangordon4793]

Good question. I would say you can play the 2nd (D) but the theory would take the D from the compound octave, the D an octave up. The theory allows you to name the chord correctly. That's what I would say, maybe Rick will correct if I'm wrong.

[@davidvincent6706]

I recently watched your KZbin tutorial "This Is How Guitar George Knew All The Guitar Chords" and then downloaded and completed the homework. I got all of the notes correct but did not have the sharp notes marked as such. How can I tell if it is a sharp?

[@michaeldeaves7566]

Thank you Mr Ricky very good!!!

[@rickysguitar]

You are very welcome Michael. Thanks for watching :)

[@l.malcolmcase337]

Dsus2= D E G Bmaj9= B C# D# F# A# Eadd9= E F# G# B Asus2= A B D Gadd9= G A B D I hope that I did this right. If not, please let me know.... Learning theory is incredibly important to me.... I wanna make sure I’m doing it right and what I may need to fixed if I’m not... I was unsure about changing Key for each chord but when I attempted doing it in Key of C it didn’t seem to make sense. I love the idea of homework, because writing things down and physical engagement in what your teaching helps cement & retain that information. Thanks again, Lloyd

[@sportsglobal9527]

Dsus2 is D E A

[@sportsglobal9527]

Asus2 is A B E

[@brendamurphy1239]

Cheers Ricky!!

[@rickysguitar]

My pleasure Brenda! Hope you're well :)

[@stevedempster2378]

Very clear and concise. Count me in as a subscriber!

[@rickysguitar]

Cheers Steve! I super appreciate the support :)

[@benjaminbrink5098]

So in music, the distance between 1 and 3 and thus the function of 3 - 1 = 3. From a maths perspective, that's artistic license! Now, I'm putting my answer here, So that it is low enough that I won't spoil the answers for anyone else ..even though my answers may be wrong as I'm new at this: Dsus2 = 9,10 Bmaj9 = 7,9 Eadd9 = 3,5,7,9 Asus2 = 13,14,17 Gadd9 = 5,7,9 (nine is already added by definition)

[@LayneBurroughs]

Homework Answers 1. Dsus2: R-2-5 = D-E-A 2. Bmaj9: R-3-5-7-9 = Bflat -D-F-A-C 3. Eadd9: R-3-5-9 = E-Gsharp-B-Fsharp 4. Asus2: R-2-5 = A-B-E 6. Gadd9: R-3-5-9 = G-B-D-A

[@rickysguitar]

1. Correct 2. I see you're trying to make the Major 3rd from R to 3 by flattening the B. If we think of BMaj9 as chord I in the key of B you get B - D# - F# - A#- C# 3. Correct 4. Correct 5. Correct Good work!

[@rickysguitar]

Your homework PDF is now in the description! Make sure you watch the other videos that tie into this one in this playlist kzbin.info/aero/PLkIKuUCloUzcUW0wL7q1NNUPaMLIvpSTS

[@chrohm]

does this apply to keys with more accidentals?

[@rickysguitar]

Yes it does. I'm going to do another video looking at this topic again soon including keys with sharps/flats :)

[@krishanu-d1k]

❤❤❤❤

[@davidatyson]

Do u have a course online?

[@rickysguitar]

I'm halfway through filming one David. Have you joined my facebook group?

[@davidatyson]

@@rickysguitar i dont do any of the social media platforms. I'll be keeping an eye on what your doing here. Thanks .....for all your great lessons.....you make EVERYTHING so practical and easy to learn. Definitely one of the best teachers out here

[@AceHardy]

✍️

[@rickysguitar]

Mightier than the sword!

[@mike5177]

Good stuff. Question is.... How can you play 7 notes in one chord on guitar?

[@rickysguitar]

+Mike you can’t! You have to omit notes. What’s more if you think about CAGED chords the D shape only uses 4 strings so you have omit non essential notes! It’s a challenge but it’s great for developing your ear

[@mike5177]

@@rickysguitar Yes that I understand, but the 13ths? Which would you omit?

[@rickysguitar]

@@mike5177 The first suspects are the perfect 5th and the perfect 4th (11th). You could get rid of the 9th (I like that colour so try to keep it in) The root note is sometimes good to remove especially if the bass player is taking care of that. You need the 3rd for tonality, the 7th to bridge into the compound octave. The main thing is to be careful with 1/2 steps as they "rub". But then again...I quite like that too. How do you cook spaghetti?

[@Az9819]

Why was the CAGED system invented? How does ANY chord move, if it wishes to, along the CAGED pathway; because 5 notes in CAGED IS a route by defination.

[@rickysguitar]

Jazz guitarist Joe Pass is attributed as discovering the CAGED system. It transposes up the neck. It's essential for all guitarists to learn

[@dylanhalloran981]

Dont know if u still check comments but I did my home work on paper and not sure how to post it in the comments and I think I've got it down pat only new to ur channel

[@AccountantByDay553]

omg you r amazing!! Sub

[@rickysguitar]

Thanks for subbing Ravel!

[@cavaturnagesh]

very useful content, but just around 7k views; if there had been a scantily clad female presenting even junk content the views would have been 7 million. What a sad commentary on the viewers.