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First Chords

This page includes common open chords all beginning guitar players should know. Play each string one at a time and listen for each string to ring clearly. Then, drop your hand and try it again. Repeat this process until you can't do it incorrectly anymore. It will take some time but you'll get there with consistent daily practice. (-:
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Amaj

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A7

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Amin

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Dmaj

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D7

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Dmin

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Emaj

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E7

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Emin

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Cmaj

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Gmaj

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G7

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