Guys i see that i switched DIMINISHED FOR AUGUMENTED at about 7:21 that was a mistake, sorry about that.

Me: Wow she's totally right, these tips are very helpful. Also me: *plays the same 10 songs every day*

I have been playing guitar since the mid to late 1960's. I taught myself and only worked on learning songs I liked and played from books. Whether it was true to the group or not. I pretty much stopped when I had a family. I have picked it up again in the last year and a half to two years. I am know working on Music Theory, perfecting cords, and Fret knowledge. This topic could not have come at a better time. Thank you for your insight as to how to manage practice.

I first started learning guitar using online course. Four months into the course I left the course and started taking lessons from in-flesh teacher. Having someone who guides you and corrects your mistakes and gives you exercises that address your specific problems has been really-really helpful. Can't stress this enough. I love your videos and your vibe. Greetings from Estonia.

I've been playing for over 50 years, you play beautifully! You have a nice spirit that really comes through in your soulful playing.

I have been teaching my self guitar for 5 months now from your channel and it is going great

I've always thought of asking if you could do a series of something like this. Kudos Helen 👏🏾👍🏽 learning how to play

I started self teaching at 15. started and stopped for years. I got an instructor in my 40s and learned more in 6 months than all the years I played. So many bad habits....

;-) I m the example of years of wasted effords.... but I am beginning to see the light ... Thanks Helen

I’m not necessarily learning alone. I have an instructor Karlos Brickhouse. I met him at a Church service and then saw him at the local GC near my parent’s house. I had 5 lessons with him before Corona hit.

I like your tip about keeping the guitar close at hand. I have my guitar leaning on the sofa in my front room. 😀

Very true.There are a lot of stuff on KZfaq but it’s very overwhelming. I’m glad I went to music school because it helped me with the fundamentals

I love the ambiance of your videos sooo much

Nice transition to camera #2.

The last tip has been the key to any improvement I've made in the past year. I'm fortunate to have more than one guitar so I always have one nearby.

I've been self teaching/learning (with the assistance of youtube vids of course) for the last year and I have kind of been all over the place with it but the last few months I've really just stuck to one thing and it has help tremendously

Brought me here from Paul's channel. ✌ I must say Helen, you're my kinda favourite artist. Keep inspiring 😊😇❣

U always inspire me with ur angelic touch.. I'm a self tought player n everything I kw is purely from KZfaq and my own concepts.. Thank u for sharing ur knowledge ur special!!!

Hey Helen great vid and yes i have 5 guitar mounted to my wall i play every morning to start my day , i love hearing you talk, justine guitar, ericblackmonguitar, you all give great info, and even though i been playing since i was 11 going back to 1988 i still learn new things and its fun to learn i play also harmonic keyboard by ear too im addicted to music now more than ever , i would like to see you give a lesson and Michael Jackson song "earth wind and fire, that vid of you playing that was very relaxing , keep up the great work my sweet girl much love from Downey Ca in the USA.. 😎🥰🎵🎸🎸🎹❤

The ear hears everything and it's always good to listen; this is the best way to teach oneself like I did.

Thanks for that information

Most important thing is self motivation. Especially when you hit that wall after improving so quickly. It’s something I struggle with myself.

Queen Ibeeee..🙌🏾Love and support from Ghana I’m also a beginner.❤️🌹

Very Good Guitar Advice-I’m learning myself

Helen, my favorite female guitarist! Love you so much😘😘😘

Very good advice...nice blueprint for new students

The last tip is really accurate😂❤️

Hello Helen. You are such an AMAZING player. I wish I could play like you. There is so much information out there. I have no clue where to begin. Thank you for sharing your AWESOMENESS !

Du bist so fröhlich bei deine Aussagen das ich einfach abonnieren muss auf dein YT Web, kann noch vieles lernen. Mach weiter so Helen.

Concerning being consistent, it's really hard especially Now that school will resume soon

I needed this video the moment I saw the notification

I am teaching myself to play guitar and one thing that I struggled with was that there are too many beginner videos and stuff but where exactly do you start. so I started using fender play as my main teaching tool and I watch videos for more info so far am loving it. can't wait to learn more amazing video as always

Finally I'm here. Welcome me Helen. Somebody shared your videos to me and I had to find you on U tube.

Ms Helen, besides your musical artistry you display great talent as an instructor/teacher. Thanks for this video, you've pointed out some pitfalls I've encountered and what to do about them. Thanks!

what a pleasant sound to the ear

Thank you...I am following your lessons and making slow but steady progress...

Helen; Oh my you are the real deal. I am 70 yrs. young and have tried to self teach for years. I love playing along with my favorite blues artist's. When I say play along, I mean free styling and playing what I hear and add without any distortion to the song. It really helps on ear and concentration to the point I find myself loving the practice. Your video was a God send for me. Loved it!!!!! Also new subscriber as well. Thanks Again Helen!!

Thank you

I'm my own guitar teacher till now, I've started in the quarantine

welcome Helen to this new year. Be well and God keep you very far from any kind of sick. More good sounds and some lessons it´s all that we´re just waiting to feel from you.

This is super helpful and honestly girl I'm proud of you. Learning to play music is such an amazing skill and and I'm going to get as good as you. We will play together someday!

I'm currently learning to play. The points made are very cogent

Love your videos ...

Thank you 😍

Must say it's amazing to see your evolution. You make Africa proud

Great doing Helen go further like this👍

Hi, from DR and thank you for the tips.

Thanks.

Yes I need you

Thank you Helen

Great advice here,I'm definitely guilty of moving on before I have learn't something properly.Helen is so captivating,its always a joy to watch her videos

Thanks ibe for the lessons

Thanks for your supportive content, this would have been awesome when I first started playing, because I went through so much unnecessary setbacks. Keep sharing and all the best to you!!

Thanks for all the great tips Helen!

Everything you said is true keep up the good work my beautiful friend.

i needed to hear a lot of this, thank you!

Love your heart for sharing this!!!

I noticed something! The video quality is really good.❤️👍

Thanks for the tips! They are very helpful.

You is the best !!! 🎸🎸🎸🥰❣❣🎵🎤🎹🎶

Helen be killing it.

VERY TRUE, I'm still paying for skipping technique myself Great video ❤

It now very crystal clear that it is basic, basic! With that you can find your way around the frets. Learning on my own now for 2 years. Very frustrating but I am now encouraged by Helen’s lessons. I am picking up little techniques that are huge in improving my skills. Thanks Helen!!!

I love who you're

What a wonderful woman!!!!! Ppl like you make this wold interesting.

Great one Helen. Always waiting for any of your content. Keep them coming!

Thank you Helen. Very helpful 🔥

Yo awesome girl you really inspire me

Well done Helen.

Notice when Hele says keep your guitar where you can see it, here green tele starts swaying in the background

Helen ah love ur music

Kudos..your presentation is dope Ibe.

I've just discovered you sister, I wonder where I've been all along. Your music is just beautiful. I'm learning bass though but listening to you is pure joy. Keep up the good work, God keep and bless you.

Helen Ibe você é o máximo! Sou teu eu fã.

This is a great video Helen! Actually can apply to learning other things as well!

Great Video from a wonderfull Musician! Only one prob for the beginners, there are to many possibilities to go for. :) You have to go at first for one until the end and after that the next aim.

Thank you helena ibe

Great job Helen, I would not know if I can get some videos.... From you, like playing some keys

my Igbo sister, I love you :) ... YOU WERE AMAZIN ON PAUL's CHANNEL!! been following for a while keep it up !

Great tips! Thats helped me with my own playing. 😊 Thanks

Hello from Fiji 🇫🇯! Thank you for the tips, I will definitely incorporate them and have a schedule for practicing now. I play my guitar everyday (I received it just a few months ago), but I want to have more intentional and purposeful practice sessions. Appreciate the video! ❤️

This is so awesome, Helen. Thank you for sharing. You are a natural and I love your style. You can only go higher!

You're an inspiration

Good tips!

Those are really good advices. Thank you so much!

Morrisman64 is also a great person to learn from. EXCELLENT brother.

I’m really appreciating your camera angles! Great advice, thank you for this vid

Thank you so much for the tips! I'm teaching myself right now... Sometimes I think I'm doing too much at one time for sure... Then I hear a song and then I run to try to learn that... 🙄

Started watching your videos a week ago, I must say, I like you and what you do😉 All the way from South Africa🇿🇦

Excellent video and great advice, you’re an amazing teacher.

LOve your advice. Thanks dear.

Yh, this is just what I need thanks helen

ABI oh I have my own acoustic guitar but am finding it difficult to even learn it, but this short video really tells me my weaknesses anyway Please we need more of this video pleeeeeeeeeeeease

Thank you Helen for your very explanatory video

Hi Helen, Its very nice to tune into your channel. I have been following your channel for only one (1) month now and I have been very impressed with your teaching. Also I love to hear you play "Stock On You" and really I am stock on you/your channel. So you will be hearing a lot from me. I am a Dominican living in the Eastern Caribbean but I just LOVE your channel. I also love "Charlie Wallace of Music Mastery Methods" and his teachings. I would love to learn FINGER Style but I need you to teach me. I also love your lesson on "Alternate Picking" and hope to study/practice it again. OH, My Name is Errol J. Thomas AKA "Prince Ehioze" I am a "Pan-Africanist Rastafari"

I wanna play guitars like you because you're so smath

thank u for the inspiration

You' are super and respectful to you

Hi, Helen! Thanks for these helpfull tips. You are great! 😎👍❤❤❤

Excellent tips, thank you so much 👍🤗