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Him: step 1, we got the guitar Me: wow slow down

Having an Ad play right before video saying KZfaq guitar lessons are bad and to go to a different website...don't think I have ever laughed harder

It took me thirty minutes, to get the correct finger positioning, and an hour to finally use the two melodies the way you did. 100 percent worth the patience thank you so much.

“If your guitars not in tune it doesn’t matter how good you are at the fingering” -Marty The man has a point.

Anyone else here because they are under quarantine with loads of free time

Thanks Marty. Grandpa here. I just got back from the music store buying my grandson his 1st guitar and he is watching this lesson. You are going to be his teacher. Thanks for putting this stuff on here.

61 years young great grandma here. Got a guitar in November started dabbling in December. I'm hoping this will turn into some real music!!!!!

Just got my first acoustic and am watching my first lesson at the age of 50! Thanks Marty for making the lessons so easy to follow!

you can always trust a man in a fedora.

Why would anyone dislike this? Literally FREE guitar lessons lol.

I'm 24 and I've been playing for about 9 months now and all the videos I watched at the start were yours, I can now play several full songs with confidence. This man is amazing

Been playing guitar for more than 10 years now but here I am watching this video. I can honestly say Marty is the reason I can play guitar today. I appreciate what you have done for so many people including myself! Great guy!

Dude my eyes lit up so much when I played the two cords

Did anyone else get an ad right before this saying KZfaq guitar lessons don't work Omg I know no one will care but thank you for all the likes I've never gotten this much ❤️

I started right here day one...and completed the beginner acoustic and electric lessons...now I can play 150+ songs to memory all different genres and styles from power chords Barr chords soloing fingerpicking muting and percussive styles of playing...this guy is the only teacher you will ever need... thanks Marty Schwartz

Marty, your positivity is encouraging me to keep with it. I’m 43 and trying to learn for real this time! Thank you.

My fingers look as if a tiny motorcycle ran the tips of them over

"step 1: we got the guitar" me: fuck

At 35 years old and years of wanting to play guitar I have finally started my guitar journey.. have watched hours of videos already, I am totally hooked.

I got a guitar for Christmas and I have already learned the first two chords and I got the guitar like an hour ago lol. love this

This is great. My dad tried to teach me a few times when I was young and dumb. I didn’t give it the time of day. He passed away 4 years ago and left me his guitar. He was such an excellent singer and guitar player and taught himself how to play back in 1965. I want to honour his memory, but don’t have the same artistic capability to teach myself, so videos like this are excellent to show beginners like myself how to properly play. Can’t wait to improve and play for my mom. Thank you!

Yes, I did just drop my pick in the guitar and I can’t get it out

This started me off during lockdown. In my very humble and respectful opinion,( which is no more valid that anyone elses) it's the yardstick by which first guitar lessons are measured. Using very simple terms, and demonstrations, it started me off when I was 60 years old. Just awesome.

This was insanely helpful. As someone who has never picked up a guitar before, I actually understand what you’re talking about and the directions given.

This video was 1000% more helpful then all those apps saying that youtube videos wouldn't be helpful

Dad tried to teach me 25 years ago. He died two months ago. I just started yesterday. Loving that KZfaq exists. Em and Asus2 in the bag, and practicing a lot. Thank you so much for uploading tutorials.

6 years after posting, and you still got newbies coming in. Thanks for the lesson brother!

Just came across this video again and thought I would add a comment. Three years ago I bought a guitar and had no clue where to start, so like many beginners, I checked out KZfaq for guitar lessons and came across Marty. He seemed like a nice friendly guy so my journey began right here. With his easy to follow instructions I started picking things up steadily but struggled at times like every new player, just moving from one simple chord to another seemed impossible, but practice makes perfect as they say. Marty taught me the basics of enjoying the challenge ahead and I thank him for that. If you are using this beginners video, you are no doubt in the same position I was three years ago, but I highly recommend you continue on your own journey with Marty. I have saved up and just this week bought myself a brand new Faith acoustic guitar as I am now playing my own music, still playing everyday and although some days I feel in a rut, I carry on. Of all the teachers I found, it was Marty that kept me going, so stick at it and this lovely man will have you playing before you know it. This video is just the beginning of a fantastic journey.

Started playing 7 months ago, a lot of times i felt like giving up, i had a switch from electric to acoustic and many things happened! After a little practice EVERY DAY i finally got “good” I can play many songs, I still have a long way to go, but i feel great about what I’ve accomplished, and if you’re a beginner reading this, I know the struggle, I really do, but work at it you will get better if you want and dedicate yourself to it! Much of luck to all new players!!

Came back because today marks my 1 year of playing guitar. This was the first video I watched. As I’m thinking about it, what all I’ve picked up is amazing. And a solid 90% of what I know Marty taught me. If you’re just starting, or re-starting, stick with Marty

I remember watching this very video in late 2019 right before the pandemic started because i was bored and wanted to learn a new skill, and now i'm a guitarist in a metal band. I just wanted to come on here to thank you for starting my guitar journey and also my little brothers journey on the bass. And to anyone who's seeing this right now, guitar might seem intimidating. it might seem like "maybe i can learn a few songs in campfire chord form, but i'm never gonna be able to play anything even remottely like Dimebag, EVH, Hendrix ect" but i'm here to tell you that you can. If you don't take guitar too seriously like some folk who either don't know what they're talking about or just give really bad advice will tell you, you'll be playing some really impressive leads in no time. Just have fun with it.

this is amazing! ive been trying to learn the guitar for a year but I gave up, and recently picked it back up again. I used to just start off by learning songs and not the basics, and this already has me sounding ten times better. I definitely recommend any beginners looking to start playing the guitar. Thanks Marty! 🤝

I know I will look back on this and see how far i have come but damn playing just those 2 chords was so satisfying

I have learned SO much from you over the last 9 months. I remember this video when I first started and thought WOW I can actually play something! Now 9 months later I have 3 guitars 2 of which are electric, 2 amps and a handful of effects pedals and I am rockin!!! Now I'm playing songs by AC-DC, Metallica, Bob Seger, even some Eric Clapton. I'm 54 years old and have MS and if I can do it, anybody can do it. Just stick with it! Thank you so much Marty!

I'm not a newbie but I recommend all beginners here. Marty Music is always to the point and easy to understand.

Been playing for 17 years but sometimes its good to get back to basics to strengthen your foundation. Happy playing everyone! #foreverstudent

I taught myself EADGBe like this ; Every Acid Dealer Gets Busted eventually

I didn’t know I needed a guitar for this :(

Haven't played a guitar in years, and now the tips on my fingers are on fire

Got my first guitar this week (at age 51!) . Love that you started with two-finger chords. Other instructors start with three and that was just one finger too many for me 😂 Excited to keep learning!

Who else tryna learn the guitar over quarantine

Me: trying to follow the video My parents: stfu

You taught me my first chords, and now I'm writing songs. Best guitar teacher ever!

All of Marty’s videos are a total lifesaver because I really want to become a guitar player😁

On first chord: Him: It should sound like this. *Plays note * Me: Alright I'll try. *Plays... uh... demonic harmonies... *

I just wanna say that I picked up guitar 1.5 years ago and this video was the very first step of my journey. Looking back at this video brought back memories I forgot I had. Sometimes I feel that it is important to look back on the things you have accomplished so you can look forward to what you want to accomplish. Thank you so much for starting my journey!!

Bought an Acoustic almost two years ago, decided to pull it out and searched for lessons. I, with your help, was able to tune it and learn chords. I use to play ALL of the Clarinets in band so I am familiar with chords etc. Thank you so much!! New Subscriber!!!

Finally got the courage to buy myself an acoustic guitar. Was really overwhelmed at first, then I watched this video and followed the instructions. Now I feel happy.

My personal favorite: Eddy Ate Dynamite Good Bye Eddy

It's easy to know a good teacher when you see one teaching. They make you feel at ease and inspire you with such confidence.

I just started playing guitar and was struggling with the basics but some of his little tips made a big difference for me

It’s crazy to see how far we’ve all came from beginning to learn, thank you Marty.

I got some much free time on my hands that instead of playing video games I’m gonna learn how to play guitar

“Before the internet...I know, the dark ages” had me laughing so hard 😂

(Time stamp for practice for myself) Eddy Ate Dynamite Good Bye Eddy - EADGBE How to hold pick - 8:30 How to place fingers - 7:06 Muscle memory tip - 10:20 Cords: E-minor - 6:45 A suspended two (A sus two) - 11:30 Strumming Practice 12:33

Hey Marty, just want to say thanks!! Always wanted to play guitar and at age 42 I picked up my first last wknd, Since Monday you have been teaching me. Just finished video 5 of the series and really enjoying it so far. 5 days in and my fingers are killing me but my motivation keeps getting higher!!! Practising all the chords to your first Beginner strumming pattern, only moving to the next video when I have 70% percent nailed the previous. Gonna revisit this comment in a years time and see where I am, hoping I can blast a Black Keys song by then!!

Marty, I'm 50yo. My brother passed away 12 years ago and left his guitar to me. I've had a psychological block to taking up the guitar but I've watched many of your tutorials and I think you're the guy who is going to get me past this block.

Story of my life: I was bored during quarantine, so I started looking through old boxes and found 4 things: a bass guitar, an acoustic guitar, a pick, and a capo. Then, I thought this: “I’m gonna stay inside of my house for two weeks constantly, so why don’t I give a shot at learning?” After that, I looked on KZfaq and found Marty Music. I got an ad at the beginning about A website called Guitar tricks. I wanted to get to the video so I skipped the ad and despite of what the guy said, KZfaq was very helpful for me. I played my first song this morning. It was a song called Wonderwall by Oasis, and I was able to play it after a week of learning from Marty. I recommend him for beginner guitarists because for me it was easy to learn.

I’ve been playing for over 15 years and came back to share this link with my mom (who just got a guitar). Despite knowing everything that he explains pretty well, I was entranced by Marty’s ability to explain things in easy terms. Brings me back to my childhood where many a night was spent absorbing Marty’s knowledge and figuring out one of my greatest passions to this day. Thanks so much for everything you do Marty! I’m glad to see you’re still doing well and hope you know how much your students appreciate you.

I just got my grandpas guitar for my 15th birthday and i want him to smile up there in heaven 💞

This is the nicest comment section I have ever seen

I’ve watched this first video at least a dozen times…without a guitar! I just inherited my fathers guitar. It’s been a bucket list item for me to learn to play forever. I am so excited to start playing some music following your instructions! Thank you so much!

The guitar world seems so unachievable and unrecognisable, but you managed to splice it down into easy to digest chunks. Thank you. I used to play guitar when I was about 10 years old and dropped it. I've made it a goal to become at least halfway decent by the end of the year. I mean, I must've spent about 15 whole minutes messing around with the E Minor chord and the Asus2 chord just now. So satisfying. I can't wait to keep learning. So, again, thank you.

The time has came for me to learn guitar, I have one that my friend gave me from years ago. We were supposed to be in a band by now but unfortunately he died last week. I can't get over him but I'm going to learn the hell out of this instrument in his memory. No pain, no gain. I'm so grateful this is free.

Me after practicing for an hour: 14:40

Dude! I haven't played my Guitar since I was a freshman in High School. I never got a long with my music teacher and I could never just learn in a Classroom of 30 people. I never played again since that time and now I'm 35 looking at the same guitar giving it a try and this ONE LESSON makes me LOVE playing. Thanks man, you're awesome! Changed my life in less than 20 minutes. Haha!

I have always wanted to play a musical instrument and the past few years I have talked more and more about learning the guitar. I know nothing about playing, reading sheet music or what chords are what. At the tender age of 54, my husband surprised me with a beautiful blue beginner acoustic guitar. Marty I am sooooo grateful you are sharing your passion and taking the time to break everything down step by step for older newbies like me. I laugh when you laugh and I've already made it to G major!!! From the bottom of my heart and with much appreciation, thank you. I look forward to learning more from you.

I’m 37 and just picked up my acoustic guitar I’ve owned for 12 years. I’ve been working on this for a week and love the way you teach... thanks a million!

Me before I bought the guitar : This is easy. You just gotta hold down the strings. After I bought the guitar : Oh I get it now 👁👄👁

Watching my first video here. My grandpa played a little, my brother played a little, got my first guitar this Christmas. I'm determined to play and learn. I've always admired others who could play, and always said in my mind, I'M GOING TO LEARN SOMEDAY. Well, today is that day!! Gotta be patient though. Jim Croce, Eddie Van Halen, hey, they had to learn just like me!! But, I'm starting at the age of 64!! This time next year, I should be decent, I suppose.

Just got my first guitar yesterday 😇🥰 so excited and eager to learn!

So here is a story for you. I am 52 years old and all my life I have told myself every reason possible why I couldn't learn and play guitar. Recently a relative died and as a member of the family I was invited to go along and help clear the house. In a store room at the back was a case, and inside the case was a guitar. Written on the guitar was the words 'Fender Stratocaster Made in America'. I decided that something so beautiful could not be thrown away so I asked if I could take it and brought it home. At first I thought it is bound to be ruined. It dates back to the 70s and is purple coloured so I started to look on youtube about how to clean it. It looked beautiful! After that I thought that I maybe might like to hear it and so I looked for other videos about how to tune it. I found your video which mentioned apps, and so I downloaded one onto my phone and tuned it. Then I found this video a week ago. I clumsily picked out the two chords but I did what you said and picked the guitar up every day and also started to play with moving my hand up and down the fret board. Gradually my left hand started to relax which made it more comfortable and I started to hit the finger placements without looking. Marty you have sold me on this thing and tomorrow I am taking on your next lesson. At the age of 52 I have decided to learn guitar and my first guitar is a Fender Stratocaster. Go figure. I wanted to thank you for making tuition accessible for me and feel free to dine out on the story if you find it amusing. I guess now I need an amp. Nothing too big, just something to plug this baby into to see how she is meant to sound. I will be checking out your gear vids for tips. Currently I found a VOX headphone plug that mimics something called an AC30. Through my headphones it sounds great but now I am wondering what an amp will do to it. I guess you have started me on a journey for which I thank you greatly. All the best. Aaron.

Who else is watching this because everything is in lockdown, and y’know, why not blow the dust off and get into it again?

I'm 55 and my husband gave me a guitar for Christmas this year. I came across your page while searching and I love it! I've been watching and re-watching this video all day and working on these chords. I think I'm going to have fun learning with you as my teacher. Thank you.

I've been a pianist for almost 9 years, i started weekly lessons and daily practices at 8. I'm turning 17 this year and still attend these, I am forever grateful for being taught piano young. But I have always envied how impressive guitarists look, and how transportable and customisable a guitar is for them. Being a pianist, keyboards are my arch-nemesis. the keys feel tacky, affordable ones are always lacking the weighted keys or pedals. I've desired to work with other musicians in bands, and have before. But there isn't much demand for pianists, especially since its more a 'duet' instrument then a band one yk? Hoping to teach myself how to play, and im praying its easier since i already am well adapted to musical knowledge. But hell, its so strange learning an instrument..its been so long since i've experienced fumbling with notes and chords its fun again. Thank you for posting these videos.

in honor of joel and ellie’s 2 fingers, i’m learning guitar

Dude was listening practicing as you talked along. My daughter walked up and said “he’s way better than my old teacher”. Well done. Lol

I picked up my first guitar today and participated in your first lesson. I am amazing on the first two chords, thanks to you Marty! Very clear instructions. 5-10 minutes a day is perfect. I'll take it off-grid for my solo backpacking trips and practice more.

My fingers are so small. I cant reach the damn string.

I memorized the strings from down to up . It was : E - every B- beautiful G- girl D- deserves A- an E- eye

Man I'm really digging Marty's laid back style in teaching. He's a good teacher. Thanks Marty!

This was better than my first lesson i paid for. I actually learned how to play at least 2 notes and with rythm.

Hi I'm a male 53 on July 4th next week and I am going to learn the acoustic guitar with your help then the electric guitar after that before I'm 54 thanks these videos are great thanks again Baza fromvthe uk 🇬🇧 😊

Marty, my son has introduced me to your lessons on KZfaq. I am in my early 60's and you have made the learning process a pleasure and fun to learn. I've tried so many times before to no avail. Friends would say place your fingers here and now let's jam. I'm like, WHAT??? I don't even know what I'm supposed to do. You have made it enjoyable. 3-10 minutes a day is great. Unfortunately I'm not in a place to compensate you yet but I will check the like buttons on your pages as I progress. Please feel free to reply. Thank you. RG

My biggest regret in life was not pursuing music after high school and you have helped me find my passion for music again! Great video! Thank you for the help!

Hey Marty! Just wanted to thank you very much for posting all your informative videos. I’ve been waiting 25 years to achieve a goal in playing guitar. I’m 41 and honestly loving my new found passion. Thanks again for helping me along.

This is such a great start! I'm so glad I found you! I have tried to learn guitar and on off for years, but this felt so much more welcoming and meaningful. "Making some noise" and opening the gateway to rhythm is such a gift. Thank you!

Hi Marty, I just want to say that this lesson helped me so much and I’m already on my way through your videos. I just wanted to say that I was talking to my mum about learning guitar and mentioned you. It happens that years ago she watched these videos too and learned from you, now I am. Thank you for being an amazing teacher for me and my family

I have tried several "beginner" KZfaq videos, but I have learned the most from yours Marty. I have never played an instrument but have a free guitar sitting in my basement. I have been playing it and watching your videos every morning when I am making coffee for the last week. It has turned out to be a great relaxing way to start my days. Thank you.

I've only watched 5 minutes but I can't thank you enough for this. I'm 20 years old and a old friend of mine (literrally old friend, he's like in his 70's) wants to give me guitar lessons. So I'm just diving into all these lessons and tips etc. Thank you!!

Heck yeah Marty. I was an intermediate self taught guitar player a few years back and one day I put it down and never picked it back up. I just took your first lesson and man it feels good to strum again. Can't wait to follow your other lessons and check out your new beginner course as well. Appreciate you man.

Marty is the only person that can pull of wearing a fedora

I'm a 13-year-old girl and I've always dreamed of having a guitar and playing one ever since I was 5-years-old. Now I'm finally getting a guitar for Christmas!!! I can't wait! Edit: Got my guitar! It's so hard to play though.. Edit 2: Thank you so much for the support guys! It really means a lot

I'm 13 and just started learning guitar, and this is the best KZfaq tutorial I've found

This was the simplest way to start understanding the basics ! I can’t wait to get practicing thank you!!!!!!

27 year old music virgin here, literally got my new acoustic still wrapped by my feet, the journey begins I suppose, I'm too poor to pay for regular lessons, so I'm letting KZfaq be my teacher 🤷🏻‍♂️😅

watching guitar lessons before buying the guitar

5 hours a day for a year and a half. It is fun and helping me stay sober so thanks brother for taking time to make the videos.

I have been wanting to learn guitar for the longest time now, my mom has this really nice guitar that she gave to me and it’s really just been collecting dust so I’m so glad I came across this video