Hello first time watching I’m a beginner been doing about a year I’m 65 years old and retired and always wanted to challenge myself and learn a new skill and Guitar is one of them. It’s not easy but I’m determined to learn I’m not gonna be a Jimi Hendrix or Jim page I just want to learn how to play music. My goal is the next two years. Thank you.

I always taught my students to slightly roll their index barre finger towards the thumb side to make it easier because the finger is rigid and won't bend in that direction when the strings are on the side of the finger. Also, position the thumb directly behind the index finger allowing them the leverage by pinching the thumb and index together and only squeeze just barely hard enough to fret the strings cleanly, and because they position the finger directly behind the metal fret, they were able make the most accurate pitch with the cleanest and clearest tone that has the best sustain. Once they build strength, they can stop rolling their index finger and not fatigue.

Great tutorial. Love the scout, shape, barre concept. Have to use this for Bm, as that barre chord is my nemesis. Thanks Ricky

I have gained a great deal from your theory modules, however I have sometimes struggled to apply some of them to real world playing. This video, along with others detailing the practical application of key concepts are fantastic, thank you Ricky, keep them coming.

Thank you Ricky.

Thanks Ricky.

Maan, I’ve been wanting to start learning bar chords, but everybody’s made it so difficult or BORING 🤣 until now. HEY RICKY! You just made my 2024 a whole lot happier. Thank you so much & HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU, TOO!❤️❤️❤️😁

Rickey, Another great lesson. Perfect timing for my journey! OBTW, I am going to watch the other barre chord videos you have published. Thanks!!!

This has helped me so much with my bar cords Thanks so much Ricky 👍🎸🤟🇵🇱

Big fan of ur lessons,sir👏👏

Thank you so much Rick ❤

Great lesson Ricky, thank you!

🤔 Thanks for the tips.

yes great i wanna now how fast i come back if i play a lick in too the chords

2:05 aahhh, so the Blue shaded numbers in the top right corner is Finger Placement