EGS Lesson Seven Introducing major and minor chords
EGS Lesson Seven Introducing major and minor chords
Notice how on our Am chord that we only play five strings, avoiding the low E (6th string) with the plectrum. This is signified by the ‘X’ on the guitar frame [chord box].
With the D7 chord, we only play the top four strings, taking care to avoid strings E and A (6th and 5th) with the plectrum.
The next two chords we will learn are ‘A minor’ and ‘D7’. Look at the chord boxes and try and form these two new chords. Use the multimedia files as always to help.
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Being over careful when trying to avoid the lower strings in these chords can lead to an inhibited strumming stroke. In my view, at this stage of development, the strumming technique is of greater importance. So ensure the strumming technique is flowing smoothly and if the occasional ‘wrong’ bass note is struck, then so be it. However, do remain aware of which strings are played in which chord.
Once the technique is assured, and you have been playing for longer, it will feel more natural to locate and play the correct bass note (the bass note is the lowest sounding note in the chord). Practise your new chords using the exercises that follow.
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