EGS Lesson One  Playing rock chords (using whole notes)

Lesson Objectives

• Introduce power chords, also known as five (5) chords and be able to play the chords of A5 and G5.
• Introduce chord boxes to help understand chord shapes.
• Introduce the plectrum and how it is used.
• Understand and be able to count whole notes and the concept of common time.
• Develop co-ordination in both hands in the playing of rock chords.
• Introduce repeat signs.

Playing Rock Chords – The TV Show

The TV show of this lesson provides an entertaining approach to lesson one as well as a step by step guide as to how you can work through your lessons and exercises. The lessons are presented by your course tutor and hosted by our wonderful host Natalie Barass.

Remember, you can choose how you study - you can watch and enjoy the whole TV show now, or return and watch chunks whenever you want. There are 11 TV shows for each instrument supporting the lessons up to grade three. You can view them directly through the lesson index page as well as in lesson.

Next: Introducing power chords and their role in rock music

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