GUITAR TIP: Demystifying the Fretboard

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  • Опубліковано 7 чер 2024
  • Are you intimidated by learning notes on the guitar? You shouldn't be. In this 8-minute guitar lesson, you'll learn how to easily find any note on the fretboard. Enjoy!
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  • @brandonacker
    @brandonacker  2 роки тому +17

    💥My new online guitar course is open! classicalguitar-pro.com
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    • @nadhemjallouli1418
      @nadhemjallouli1418 Рік тому

      Why is the 2 string (B string) an exception to the IV pattern?
      PS: your videos made me buy a guitar 😆

    • @brandonacker
      @brandonacker  Рік тому

      @@nadhemjallouli1418 Nadhem, I'm so happy to hear that! Wow.
      I didn't understand your question though. What is the IV pattern?

    • @nadhemjallouli1418
      @nadhemjallouli1418 Рік тому

      @@brandonacker I meant each note is a forth after the note on it's upper string (5 semi-tones), except for the B string which is a major third higher then the G string ! Hope it's more clear now, i'm quite bad with the theory

    • @brandonacker
      @brandonacker  Рік тому +1

      @@nadhemjallouli1418 Gotcha. Guitars and lutes have always been tuned in 4ths with one third in the middle. I think its because its the formula that allows for the most comfortable playing positions for many chords. People simply tried many different tunings and stumbled upon this one. They kept it because it worked:)

    • @nadhemjallouli1418
      @nadhemjallouli1418 Рік тому +1

      @@brandonacker okey i guess i'll get a better perception of this with more practice 🎸🎸🎸 Thanks for the info and keep the videos coming 🙏🔥

  • @duxnihilo
    @duxnihilo 4 роки тому +3218

    It's easy to memorise any number of things when you've lived for more than three centuries.

  • @IMarcoMI
    @IMarcoMI 4 роки тому +569

    You're one of the most wholesome music channels on UA-cam

    • @shadowspectrum
      @shadowspectrum 4 роки тому +3

      You're the most wholesome music channel on UA-cam.*

    • @taasinbinhossainalvi9173
      @taasinbinhossainalvi9173 4 роки тому +9

      Something very soothing about him

    • @Ntmoffi
      @Ntmoffi 4 роки тому +4

      Also one of the most underrated.

    • @IMarcoMI
      @IMarcoMI 3 роки тому

      @Sajad Sabor awe thanks!

  • @ThePowerchimp
    @ThePowerchimp 3 роки тому +105

    This guy is the Bob Ross of guitar tuition. Encouraging, patient and positive.

    • @thomassawyer6523
      @thomassawyer6523 Рік тому +2

      The guy who initially got me interested was William Alexander, another great. Brandon Acker is of the same cloth - not only very talented, but he can water it down with simplicity without losing the fine points. Easy going and articulate in these videos, I'll have to look into the website.

  • @danieledwards3144
    @danieledwards3144 4 роки тому +485

    Me: *wake up, groggy, chained to a chair*
    Brandon: "Oh hi, I didn't see you there. Why don't I teach you some guitar while you're here"

    • @Stonefalconetti
      @Stonefalconetti 4 роки тому +4

      Lol!!!!!!!! 😆😆😆😆😆

    • @miawyw
      @miawyw 3 роки тому +12

      just like duolingo with the Spanish lessons

    • @bon3xprod
      @bon3xprod 3 роки тому +2

      jesus 😂😂😂

    • @userenvy
      @userenvy 2 роки тому

      And your excited to learn so Im pretty sure you mean to say "thank you" .

  • @MuayThaiSabaiSabai
    @MuayThaiSabaiSabai 4 роки тому +807

    Brandon always has the facial expression of a lvl 9 cult member who tries to convince you that murder is actually sacred.

    • @samrat447
      @samrat447 4 роки тому +8

      I know right?

    • @MuayThaiSabaiSabai
      @MuayThaiSabaiSabai 4 роки тому +9

      @Todd Carney Thanks for the life lesson, sir.
      But in case you didn't notice: I'm making jokes here.
      'Always' (see above) implies that I watch his videos more frequently.
      And FYI: I admire his work and play cassical guitar by myself,.
      Now we good?

    • @annachovhan
      @annachovhan 4 роки тому +5

      @@tcarney57 ok boomer

    • @BroadsideLock
      @BroadsideLock 4 роки тому +4

      @@annachovhan boomers don't understand humor

    • @Why-dd2xt
      @Why-dd2xt 4 роки тому +5

      @@tcarney57 don't be so uptight. Cult leaders are very charismatic too. He shall take it as a compliment

  • @theoptimisticmetalhead7787
    @theoptimisticmetalhead7787 4 роки тому +326

    Every Acid Dealer Gets Busted Eventually

    • @arnouddelporte8189
      @arnouddelporte8189 4 роки тому +25

      The Optimistic Metalhead love how your profile pic suggests both your status as an acid dealer and an acid dealer buster.

    • @theoptimisticmetalhead7787
      @theoptimisticmetalhead7787 4 роки тому +9

      @@arnouddelporte8189 I don't quite know how to respond to this. But I do love it, hahaha

    • @bunkiebunk
      @bunkiebunk 4 роки тому

      thank you

    • @psychoctapus8069
      @psychoctapus8069 4 роки тому +1

      what do you mean 😭

    • @psychoctapus8069
      @psychoctapus8069 4 роки тому +1

      is it cus he said tab?

  • @Mincher
    @Mincher 4 роки тому +190

    One small realisation for me that simplified the fret board was that each note exists only once on each string, in the first 12 frets. So the E string only has one instance of C, the A string has one instance of C and so on.

    • @AlfredEiji
      @AlfredEiji 4 роки тому +19

      Yo. This is actually such a simple but amazing revelation. I used to play viola, but I was always stuck with translating the music sheet onto my instrument instead of understanding my instrument first and seeing how it fit on the music sheets.
      I’m trying to learn to guitar but with the opposite focus, learning how to be free on the instrument first instead of being bound by the music sheets.

    • @Justin14379
      @Justin14379 Рік тому

      What a revelation

    • @moonasha
      @moonasha 9 місяців тому +1

      a better way of phrasing this, is that 12 frets is an octave. Which makes sense, because we play music on a 12 tone scale. 12 tones between octaves. A little bit of music theory goes a long way ;)

  • @samrat447
    @samrat447 4 роки тому +399

    Dude I am at 1:32 and I had to stop to write this. I don't know about the lesson you are teaching here since I have not finished the video yet. But let me tell you this. Your camera work , your set design and your color scheme is out of the world. The deep blue background gives the video a rich look. Blue is my favorite color. The two yellow bulbs seen on both side of your face with their green yellow glow gives depth to the shot. The yellow lamp shade is a nice touch. The color of your shirt is in complete contrast to everything around you. And the fact that the light falling on you does not fall on and is not reflected by the background is excellent. I am an art lover. Apart from music I also love visual art. So I had to say this.

    • @factorynew8835
      @factorynew8835 4 роки тому +27

      I love your comment and how detailed it is

    • @samrat447
      @samrat447 4 роки тому +10

      @@factorynew8835 I am honored.

    • @hummer076
      @hummer076 4 роки тому +5

      Thats how one makes quality videos 👌

    • @desi_anarch
      @desi_anarch 3 роки тому +6

      I think if he was even 1% less godlike beautiful,you wouldn't have been writing this

    • @dooleyfussle8634
      @dooleyfussle8634 3 роки тому +6

      His videos are all well arranged/lit like this. I've tried to copy his look for my own videos. Not easy.

  • @Oberon117
    @Oberon117 4 роки тому +218

    I've been 'playing' the guitar for most of my teenage and adult life. I'm 26 now, but due to a lack of money and problems at home I was unable to afford or even think about getting a tutor and up till now I was becoming fustrated at my lack of even basic guitar theory and general knowledge; I was considering giving up playing and my guitars due to this. I just wanted to say thank you for these amazing lessons Brandon, they're really helping me progress meaningfully. Your style of teaching is calm and measured, it really helps when learning even basic skills.
    You've got yourself another Patreon sub today.

    • @utakels6696
      @utakels6696 4 роки тому +3

      a tutor is not needed if you are willing to learn or let your self learn more then you will succeed

    • @PsiVolt
      @PsiVolt 4 роки тому +10

      @@utakels6696 I agree with this, but also with the sentiment above. Brandon has truly inspired me as well to continue playing and has helped me reinforced all the basic form I learned as a kid, but now that I understand I can actually apply theory more effectively. He is incredible at delivering these key parts of guitar playing in precise and thoughtful ways that make it easy for anyone to understand. I think that is what makes a good teacher, being able to assume 0 knowledge, but having the respect to deliver all information needed understanding what it was once like to be in their place.

    • @omniyambot9876
      @omniyambot9876 4 роки тому +2

      @@utakels6696 ya, I've just learnt guitar about 3 months and while it's pandemic I've become very passionate at music. Internet is full of information you don't even need a tutor. What you need is determination. I could play classical pieces like Brandon does but of course not everything. And yes, at very impressive level and yes, 3 months lol.

    • @FuriousGeorge_
      @FuriousGeorge_ 4 роки тому +1

      @@omniyambot9876 uuh yeah you don't need a tutor. But calm down saying you can play classical pieces like Brandon. I've been grinding for a bit over a year and no I definitely can't play classical pieces like him. Be humble

    • @omniyambot9876
      @omniyambot9876 4 роки тому +1

      @@FuriousGeorge_ George D hello, I'm humble enough. I just want y'all to be aware of our limits. Yes, I can play suite in D minor, nocturne by chopin, yes I do play it neatly, yes I also play many fingerstyles he did not covered. I'm on my way learning clean tremolo and will practice alhambras. If I would get paid to upload a video to prove it, I will.

  • @Rottenation
    @Rottenation 4 роки тому +266

    "Demystifying the fretboard"
    *Shows all these fretted instruments*
    Those are a lot of fretboards to memorize

    • @brumm3653
      @brumm3653 4 роки тому +2

      3 kinds of lutes and 3 kinds of guitars - maybe not that much after all :)

    • @markg2861
      @markg2861 4 роки тому +5

      Doesn’t rly matter it’s all the same notes

  • @Eddard7Stark
    @Eddard7Stark 4 роки тому +394

    This is so wholesome it almost makes me uncomfortable

    • @John-pp8qv
      @John-pp8qv 4 роки тому +32

      This level of wholesome makes Mr. Rogers look like Hitler.

    • @richorichards4655
      @richorichards4655 4 роки тому +10

      I was uncomfortable at first, but damn old mate is a great teacher

    • @bawatsering5185
      @bawatsering5185 4 роки тому +1

      Wonderful ..To Be or Not To Be, by Shakespeare.

    • @David-nu3dr
      @David-nu3dr 2 роки тому

      What the heck do you mean, “wholesome”? What do you want him to do, take his shirt off and scream at you? You are all nuts!

    • @clacclackerson3678
      @clacclackerson3678 2 роки тому

      He's a bit creepy imo

  • @bowby7605
    @bowby7605 4 роки тому +149

    I've been playing guitar for about a year. I'm completely self taught and usually only play covers with basic chords. I feel like this just opened my eyes to how the guitar should be played. Thanks

    • @osamabinladen824
      @osamabinladen824 4 роки тому +2

      Bowby Zep Same here. I'm self-taught.

    • @rickf6375
      @rickf6375 4 роки тому +9

      yes. learning all the notes on the fretboard in standard tuning by heart will open up a lot of new possibilities even tho one might not see them right away. also then proceeding to learn all (or the most common for a start) interals in relation to a root position will also go a long way and function as a solid foundation to build on. Simply add 10-15 min. of fretboard memorization work to your usual practice routine every day. Even though it might just seem like mundane memorization work at first over time you'll have a solid map of the fretboard hardcoded into your brain. Intervals and root note positions are literally THE foundation to everything else.

    • @rickf6375
      @rickf6375 4 роки тому +5

      p.s. to memorize the notes I can recommend this note randomizer found under: random.bretpimentel.com
      It's a simple, quick web-app and also comes with a built in timer and a variety of other customization options regarding the notes displayed

    • @mtnvalley9298
      @mtnvalley9298 4 роки тому +1

      @@rickf6375 Thanks Rick. Cool tool, I'm trying it, and setting my goals to the next level of playing.

    • @thegamingguy1
      @thegamingguy1 4 роки тому +1

      So happy you've found such a great learning tool so early into your journey!

  • @Agent-47-eh
    @Agent-47-eh 3 роки тому +6

    1:19 "In gamer lingo you might call it a cheat code" that sounded so wholesome coming from him

  • @BassistThan
    @BassistThan 4 роки тому +47

    When I teach guitar, I use the Eddie Ate Dynamite Good Bye Eddie as well! Also, when teaching bass - it gets a touch darker: Eddie Ate Dynamite - Good!
    Oh! Also - those of you running your scales (major, minor, modal) say your note names out loud as you play them! Then you can find each and every F# or B natural on your fingerboard!

  • @EvansSecret
    @EvansSecret 2 роки тому +11

    I’ve been reading sheet music for 15 years, playing brass instruments, but have always used Tabs for guitar because it seemed so intimidating (6 strings and 19 frets versus 3 brass valves). Thanks for demystifying it! Life changing!

    • @brandonacker
      @brandonacker  2 роки тому +5

      In glad you found it helpful, thanks!

  • @w38
    @w38 4 роки тому +55

    Erik Satie in the background is a nice touch

  • @hmmm7029
    @hmmm7029 3 роки тому +24

    I refused to learn how to do this until a polished man in a crisp white shirt told me how. Now is my time

  • @ThemoKenwood
    @ThemoKenwood 4 роки тому +21

    How can you not love this guy? He's passionate, handsome, knowledgeable and skilled!

    • @DocBree13
      @DocBree13 3 роки тому +4

      and that hair!

    • @RavishingSailor
      @RavishingSailor 3 роки тому

      Seems like you got a crush.
      Just messing around or maybe not.
      Be well and keep playing.

    • @RavishingSailor
      @RavishingSailor 3 роки тому

      Brenda Paduch he does have great hair.

  • @air9music
    @air9music 4 роки тому +134

    He's the guy for whom Petrucci wrote The Count of Tuscany.

    • @LyndonLong
      @LyndonLong 4 роки тому +12

      Saatwik Katiha let me introduce... MY BROTHER

    • @amanaggarwal9876
      @amanaggarwal9876 4 роки тому +7

      @@LyndonLong A bitter gentleman - HISTORIAN!

  • @bailey123198
    @bailey123198 4 роки тому +37

    Your 'Demystifying', 'Goals', 'Practice' videos are certainly some of the best I've seen. You're concise, to the point, and with a kind encouraging voice that can give a learner confidence. I (we) appreciate the time you put in to delivery quality lessons.

  • @tomasobernasconi6533
    @tomasobernasconi6533 4 роки тому +32

    another thing that worked for me was memorizing where b/c and e/f are on every string. once those notes are memorized navigating the fretboard become very easy

  • @SnoozeTheRecluse
    @SnoozeTheRecluse 4 роки тому +122

    I'm really worried about Eddie.... :(

    • @bandit7447
      @bandit7447 3 роки тому +5

      Thanks

    • @paws27
      @paws27 3 роки тому +10

      It's been 20 years Captain, you have to let Eddie go.

  • @Jason-wh7pm
    @Jason-wh7pm 3 роки тому +7

    I've been voraciously consuming guitar content over the last month as I learn to play, and I have to say...This was one of the most informative and exciting tutorial videos I've watched, bar none! There's a ton of content out there focusing on chords, finger position, and strumming patterns, but having an 8 minute video bust the door wide open to some beginner music theory has been a huge step to my learning of the instrument.
    Your attitude, video quality, and easily accessible lessons despite your mastery of the instrument make watching your videos a delight! Thanks for the content.

  • @parkervarin
    @parkervarin 2 роки тому +1

    I know I'm 2 years late, but NEVER stop making videos. Even when it's about something, I already know, I still learn something. Love your voice and your skills and the straightforwardness and the simple background and the audio quality and everything about your videos. Thanks.

  • @yara918
    @yara918 4 роки тому +31

    I don’t know if you’ll see this Brandon Acher, but you’re the spark that ignited my passion for classical guitar. It’s as though something has awoken Inside of me, an absolute instantaneous realization that I was meant to play this gorgeous instrument.
    Thank you so much!
    When life gets back to normal after the virus, I’m signing up in conservatory even though I’m 23 years old.
    You’re impeccable mannerism is inspiring, keep doing what you’re doing and many thanks!

    • @Bobbyjeo2
      @Bobbyjeo2 4 роки тому +2

      You go gurl!
      It’s a super rewarding instrument :D

  • @brandonacker
    @brandonacker  3 роки тому +36

    Thanks everyone! Please SUBSCRIBE if you want to see more.
    For exclusive Behind-the-scenes content, early viewing and digital downloads, consider becoming a patron: www.patreon.com/brandonacker

    • @bleakflouw930
      @bleakflouw930 3 роки тому

      thank you so much for the awesome content! you´re a wonderful musician !

    • @einarabelc5
      @einarabelc5 3 роки тому

      Old problem, the real problem is putting notes together. Learning note names is somewhat easier. Intervals, Intervals, Intervals.

  • @allanarcilla8885
    @allanarcilla8885 4 роки тому +2

    Hi Brandon! I dont know exactly how many miles youre away from me, but i could feel my heart smiles everytime you deliver your lessons. One great lesson ive learned today is that truly the teacher is the center of educative process. Please continue your cause, it really makes a difference. I could feel my appetite for guitar is slowly beating again. Thank you so much!

  • @999kafka
    @999kafka 3 роки тому +3

    You are very calm and humble. Thank you for these exercises.

  • @color5031
    @color5031 4 роки тому +15

    man , what a perfect timing to post this.... i just started to use sheet music to learn songs / pieces on guitar ... thanks man

  • @inferior-penguin8661
    @inferior-penguin8661 4 роки тому +3

    Man I cannot thank you enough. I have been playing guitar since I was 12, I am now 35 and I have never learned this. I know I have never looked for it before, but that was for the reason of not looking stupid. Knowing this is going to help me reach another level and I really appreciate how simply you broke this down.

  • @billromansky9716
    @billromansky9716 Рік тому +2

    You are one cool dude. Playing for 53 years, still learning. You have a gift from God.

  • @nickkoch8480
    @nickkoch8480 3 роки тому +5

    This is quiet possibly the greatest channel on UA-cam. Thank You, Brandon!

  • @Kittensandpuppies123
    @Kittensandpuppies123 4 роки тому +49

    You're such a classy gentleman, I feel like I'm in a fancy place when I watch your videos. Keep going, I love your content!

  • @alv6535
    @alv6535 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you Brandon - I bought a guitar at the beginning of the pandemic and have now been at it for just over three months. I feel so much better from your instruction now that I have some idea that the guitar is not just strings and frets and TABs! Your explanation made what seemed complex, very simple, a sign of a true professional!

  • @TantoFaz13
    @TantoFaz13 4 роки тому +1

    I love how chill your videos are.

  • @michalmorawski91
    @michalmorawski91 4 роки тому +3

    I love your way of teaching, so tranquil and precise. It corresponds well to Satie's background music.

  • @LostSoulAscension
    @LostSoulAscension 4 роки тому +15

    A practice that really helped me memorize notes all over the neck was identifying B and C everywhere for like 2 weeks every day, and then moving on to E and F since they're the only natural notes that have no whole step between them. From there D, G, A become easier to spot in relationship. But you still wanna practice them because it will only set you up to move on to the sharp and flat key's much easier, and it's all easier said than done, so take it one step at a time. A little bit everyday goes a long way.

    • @beckyp9633
      @beckyp9633 4 роки тому

      I started with G like a month ago on ukulele, guitar and guitalele. (I call this "Find the Note") Definitely has been progress on the fretboard. I have a long way to go. --- It's slow because my memory has always been trash for anything like this, but I agree taking it a step at a time definitely does the trick. --- Starting with the two odd notes out, like you did, is a good idea. I did G just because G is so important to be able to play high G arrangements on low G ukulele.

  • @ssamiuddin1
    @ssamiuddin1 4 роки тому +1

    I love this guy so much. The appreciation for the teacher and the appreciation for the subject blend into one.

  • @SchrelloClassic
    @SchrelloClassic 4 роки тому +61

    Like the practice video, Brandon again explains this skill and knowledge in a way that applies to all instruments. in the most logical way as well. Something all instrumentalists, including me, should always think about regardless of level!

    • @SchrelloClassic
      @SchrelloClassic 4 роки тому +5

      (also forgot to say) Thank you Brandon for this!

  • @mateosbabo3121
    @mateosbabo3121 4 роки тому +3

    This is just an amazing series of videos you are making for us here, its some priceless knowledges that will save us a lot of time. Thank you so much for sharing this with us and i cant wait to see more of your videos.

  • @FuzzygamingRP
    @FuzzygamingRP 4 роки тому +17

    This was super helpful i fully understand all the notes of the guitar know, really appreciate it!

  • @jonmaclennan
    @jonmaclennan 4 роки тому

    Awesome stuff Brandon!

  • @JettScott
    @JettScott 4 роки тому +3

    Bro, u just taught me more on the guitar in 5 minutes then i've learned in 20 years. Like u said, i knew what a number of them were up to the 6-7th fret, in my case, the first 2 strings up to the 9th fret cuz that is where ur index finger falls on power chords, and i knew there was a sequence to them repeating but didn't know how they repeated, or until now, how easily they repeated. This is what i've always known i needed to know in order to for instance: playing solos, hammering and pulling off to other strings but to the same notes as ur buddy plays/switches those same notes/chords. Not only that, knowing this will allow me to further advance my playing further then once again: anything i've learned in 20 years. I am eternally grateful for this. Moreover, it made me feel like i can still progress and learn and for that I can't thank you enough. Subscribed.
    Tru story, when i "got it", when it hit me, i jumped out of my seat, literally repeating in my head: "I now know every note on the fret board, omg". Or more precisely, i've been given a tool to be able to "find" every note on the fretboard and can therefore memorize, something a true sensei does instead of just giving u a blatant sheet with all the notes. U are a true Master, i am the apprentice and i think i may be about 12-13 years older then u. Proving that it isn't about age. Thank you so much, I'm done now, lol.

  • @fraupoppy
    @fraupoppy 4 роки тому +3

    One more video in which you miraculously manage to make me as an absolute amateur feel like I could actually really learn how to professionally (or at least more professionally) play the guitar. You are so inspiring.
    As a teacher I know how much a pupils success depends on the confidence that your teacher beliefes in you. Now, giving someone that feeling is something you can't learn or practice, it is a gift.
    So you are a truly gifted teacher.
    Also:
    2:27...me:having a 4-chords song flashback - lamao.

  • @cellostrings2522
    @cellostrings2522 4 роки тому +4

    No tab for me. Since I play cello and violin, learning the notes on the guitar was not so difficult. Tab is actually very difficult for me. Thank you for your videos. I absolutely love to hear you play and teach. Teaching is a gift and you are very gifted.

  • @igorskugar
    @igorskugar 4 роки тому +1

    Seems so easy now, thank you Brandon!
    I'm inspired by the quality of your videos. You masterfully break the topics down into tiny bits that are easy to grasp even for beginners like me.
    Love the positive vibes and calm tone of your voice in each video. Keep up the good work! ❤️

  • @omedhani3347
    @omedhani3347 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you Brandon :) I must say, ever since finding your channel, I've been enjoying playing guitar a lot more. I am learning more and I feel encouraged to try new things.

  • @venrakdrake
    @venrakdrake 4 роки тому +92

    My personal favorite is Every Acid Dealer Gets Busted Eventually

    • @John-ic6zo
      @John-ic6zo 4 роки тому +9

      Every Brilliant Guitarist Deserves An Encore ....

    • @Muttonchop_USA
      @Muttonchop_USA 4 роки тому +6

      Every American Democrat Gets Biden's Emails

    • @gigno1485
      @gigno1485 4 роки тому +2

      I learned it as "Elvis And Daffy Get Baked Early"

    • @pestoriusj
      @pestoriusj 4 роки тому +1

      The first four strings are like those of a viol, and the final three are a second-inversion e minor chord. That's how I remember it.

    • @anactualbucket1082
      @anactualbucket1082 4 роки тому +2

      Idk, Yadd Gibby worked for me

  • @RAHIMERBIL
    @RAHIMERBIL 4 роки тому +17

    Thank you so much for this Brandon! 🙏

  • @orelerakihacohen4002
    @orelerakihacohen4002 4 роки тому +2

    I'm so glad I found this channel. You deliver information so easily and in very pleasant way.
    Thank you!

  • @blackcatfancy
    @blackcatfancy 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much for this, Brandon. I've never had someone explain music to me in this manner and it has opened my eyes. Much appreciated!

  • @RazorNub
    @RazorNub Рік тому +6

    As someone who learnt music theory on the keyboard and is now learning a guitar this is extremely useful , exactly the thing i was looking for

  • @philipglaser
    @philipglaser 4 роки тому +4

    This information is very important. For really learning and remembering the notes on the fretboard,
    I used guitar flash cards and tested myself with the flash cards every day.
    After you see the notes on the flash cards enough times, you can look at a piece of music, see a note, and know immediately where that note is on the guitar. Testing yourself with the cards that show each note and the name of each note was the most effective way for me. They’re sold on Amazon.

  • @UBRLND-X
    @UBRLND-X 3 роки тому

    Brandon, that is so incredibly intuitive. I have played by ear for more years than i want to say, only knowing cords for the lower end of the neck. this is so simple but yet a revalation. thanks so much for sharing this.

  • @frostcat1833
    @frostcat1833 4 роки тому +2

    I started playing guitar a year ago and wasn't planning on learning how to read guitar music but this video changed my mind. definitely subscribing keep it up

  • @TheMarkness
    @TheMarkness 3 роки тому +19

    Oh, demystifying, I thought you meant 'demistifying' because I found an old guitar in my grandfather's basement and last night a black-red mist started coming out of the sound hole and there's a choir chanting whenever I look at it, so this is not the tutorial I was looking for. Still neat advice though!

  • @OnTheLeftHandSide
    @OnTheLeftHandSide 4 роки тому +5

    2:13 Someone Like Prelude in G Major
    That so awesome! Full song please!

  • @elyssadelvalle3047
    @elyssadelvalle3047 2 роки тому +1

    So simple, so helpful, and so awesome. Brandon you are incredible!!!!

  • @lundahead
    @lundahead 3 роки тому

    Brandon, I appreciate all that you do. Stay blessed!

  • @adwitiyadixit
    @adwitiyadixit 4 роки тому +7

    Loved the lesson. Can you also do a demystifying the notes now? Which ones work together and how what is the 3rd and the 5th?

    • @marshalltaylor6303
      @marshalltaylor6303 4 роки тому

      Adwitiya Dixit the terms refer to the intervals between notes in terms of the lower note’s major scale

  • @penultimatename6677
    @penultimatename6677 4 роки тому +4

    Wow, the first person on UA-cam who talked about the work required to learn the fretboard. No crazy tricks or shortcuts. A recognition that it takes work and commitment to reach a goal. I find that to be very refreshing and the sign of a true guitarist.

  • @brianithecringe659
    @brianithecringe659 3 роки тому +1

    Brandon seems like the kind of person that is really kind and sweet. You are great man, thank you for getting people like me into music history and for all the tips. You are really an angel hope you are having a good day

  • @ifarghaly
    @ifarghaly 4 роки тому +2

    I had a shock face watching your video. You remind me of my college Math professor who made calculus sooooo easy.

  • @MarcMercier1971
    @MarcMercier1971 4 роки тому +4

    Just picked up the guitar again after ~38 years (Lessons at 10yo and got bored) about a week ago. Forgot the tuning of each string except #1 & #6, but oddly remembered how to tune off open E down thru without a tuner... and C in full and simple chord. LOL. My mnemonic I created to remember is Every Alligator Does Get Breakfast Eventually... because I obviously forgot what I was taught in that fashion (knowing how to tune off E). Excited.

    • @samrat447
      @samrat447 4 роки тому

      Your comment is giving me inspiration. I picked up the guitar 16 years ago. Had lessons for 3 months then stopped. I pick up the instrument every now and then with the gap between two successive sessions ranging from 2 months to 2 years. Its like a torrid love affair. Sometimes it feels like she loves me sometimes she is cold as ice. 16 years and I am still a beginner.

  • @ryansutter4291
    @ryansutter4291 3 роки тому +3

    Bach/adele spliced together in there. You. Are. Amazing....

  • @joaocarlosdemeloaraujofilh9350
    @joaocarlosdemeloaraujofilh9350 3 роки тому +1

    Dude, you're such an amazing guy. Good lessons, great vibe, no stress... keep doing what you doing man! Great Job!

  • @Sneeqo
    @Sneeqo 4 роки тому

    Thank you Brandon, for those who follow these tips and tricks videos, we learn so much in such a little amount of time. Implementing these practice techniques makes for playing of much higher skill. Please keep these videos coming as they are incredible.

  • @arturoe6957
    @arturoe6957 4 роки тому +103

    Holy mother of god THE VEINS in your hand are bigger than some people fingers...

  • @petterhouting7484
    @petterhouting7484 4 роки тому +13

    I just know the fifth fret are made up of the notes ADGCEA so when going up the fretboard thast is my reference. E shapes become A chords A shapes become D chords
    D shapes become G chords G shape become C Chords C shape become F chords...

    • @AlfredEiji
      @AlfredEiji 4 роки тому +3

      That’s the CAGED system. Don’t know if you know of it, but there’s an awesome video about in on UA-cam with a guys explaining it really well.
      Edit: the one with Scott Pail Johnson is the best at explaining it.

  • @adamundaneedge2472
    @adamundaneedge2472 4 роки тому

    Thank you Brandon for another educational video, I took guitar lessons as a kid but due to unforseen events I had to stop and I took several years off from playing. Your videos help me get back to not only learning my instrument again but also re-igniting my passion for playing :) please continue on what you're doing!

  • @russseuffert803
    @russseuffert803 4 роки тому +1

    Brandon, this is a very helpful instructional, plus the video set-up is miles ahead of many of the other guitar teachers.
    Thanks for posting!

  • @M88JABER
    @M88JABER 4 роки тому +5

    Never seen a vampire play a guitar so beautifully before

  • @Old_SnakeTwitch
    @Old_SnakeTwitch 4 роки тому +4

    Do you like Phil Collins? I've been a big Genesis fan ever since the release of their 1980 album, Duke. Before that, I really didn't understand any of their work. Too artsy, too intellectual. It was on Duke where Phil Collins' presence became more apparent. I think Invisible Touch was the group's undisputed masterpiece. It's an epic meditation on intangibility. At the same time, it deepens and enriches the meaning of the preceding three albums. Listen to the brilliant ensemble playing of Banks, Collins and Rutherford. You can practically hear every nuance of every instrument. In terms of lyrical craftsmanship, the sheer songwriting, this album hits a new peak of professionalism. Take the lyrics to Land of Confusion. In this song, Phil Collins addresses the problems of abusive political authority. In Too Deep is the most moving pop song of the 1980s, about monogamy and commitment. The song is extremely uplifting. Their lyrics are as positive and affirmative as anything I've heard in rock. Phil Collins' solo career seems to be more commercial and therefore more satisfying, in a narrower way. Especially songs like In the Air Tonight and Against All Odds. But I also think Phil Collins works best within the confines of the group, than as a solo artist, and I stress the word artist.

    • @johnmdoll
      @johnmdoll 4 роки тому

      Did you know that Whitney Houston's debut LP, called simply Whitney Houston had 4 number one singles on it?

  • @D0NL18K0
    @D0NL18K0 3 роки тому

    This is brilliant, the way you explain things makes me understand it like i have never before. Thankyou Brandon, i've overcome difficulties of having missing fingers playing guitar, and you've just opened a door to the next part of evolving my style and technique and most importantly understanding the instrument even more so, ive commented on this video but this comment is relative to all of you work on UA-cam.
    Thank you Brandon, its a pleasure to have discovered you

  • @themember3podcast347
    @themember3podcast347 2 роки тому +2

    I wondered about the fretboard today while doing the warm-ups from your guitar tips video. So, I came to your channel looking for your video on the fretboard. This is exactly what I needed to help me understand the fretboard better. Thank you, Brandon. Also, special thanks to Rob Scallon, I discovered you through his videos!

  • @maximerobinson319
    @maximerobinson319 4 роки тому +27

    No one:
    Brandon: I'm gonna do what's called a pro gamer move.

  • @MrTanuki11
    @MrTanuki11 3 роки тому +4

    for the people in the comments, he’d explaining ho the fret works...that’s what desmistifying means...
    there is no shortcut for learning the notes, but study and practice, practice and practice...
    learning, anything, has no shortcuts...
    different learning techniques, but at the end it all comes to memory and practice

  • @ianwoollard2063
    @ianwoollard2063 4 роки тому

    That was surprisingly easy to understand. I’m thinking about starting guitar again. I lost motivation and confidence when I tried before to learn the basics. 15 years later I feel like it’s now or never. A good teacher is someone who can explain things that can be easily understood. Great video

  • @harshanand1758
    @harshanand1758 4 роки тому +1

    I started playing 3 years ago but I gave up. I picked it up again and again only to give it up. I have spent the last 2 hours watching your videos and it has inspired me to learn again, this time in a proper structured way. Thank you. You and your channel are a blessing

  • @joshwoods7641
    @joshwoods7641 4 роки тому +4

    Also, the same note in the same octave usually appears multiple times on the fretboard. For example, the 7th fret on the A string is E 3, as is the 2nd fret on the D string. How do you decide which one to play?

    • @duran3d
      @duran3d 4 роки тому +1

      Usually the one that is easier (i.e. closer) for your left hand position at that moment.

    • @joshwoods7641
      @joshwoods7641 4 роки тому +1

      @@duran3d That should work in theory, I've personally never been able to sort it out, though. On a piano, I have exactly one key that'll sound E 3; on a guitar, I've got 4 different ways to play the same note. Maybe I'll give it another try when my arm heals and I can play again. Cheers!

  • @mehdi19966
    @mehdi19966 4 роки тому +7

    I see Brandon i click like. Period

  • @petrming9055
    @petrming9055 4 роки тому +1

    I am so happy I found your channel just when I am about to embark on my classical guitar journey. So epic!

  • @jimmyfleebot
    @jimmyfleebot 4 роки тому

    I've watched a few videos of yours now. You radiate a casual certainty and confidence in your viewers ability to follow your advice and succeed. Even though I am well aware that you have no idea who I am, it still feels good. I'm impressed with your screen presence so I've now subscribed and liked, and all that good stuff. Thanks for the high quality content.

  • @yoda1919
    @yoda1919 4 роки тому +40

    He sounds like the Bob Ross of the guitar

  • @sherlock6848
    @sherlock6848 4 роки тому +4

    Oh man, why didn't you make these videos earlier?

  • @austinzepeda1011
    @austinzepeda1011 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks Brandon Acker! You continue to have very helpful videos.

  • @bonitadyahayuc2387
    @bonitadyahayuc2387 3 роки тому +1

    Hey, thank you. I really knew nothing about notes before until I watched this. Notes to me felt intimidating that I always thought I just did not have the talent whatsoever in music or that my brain just wouldn't get it. I hope there will be more guitar tips from you. You're really good at explaining and make it sound simpler.

  • @arturoe6957
    @arturoe6957 4 роки тому +8

    But what is the difference between the same notes in different strings? How do you know which one to play?

    • @chongshaohong2969
      @chongshaohong2969 4 роки тому

      The tone is different, and your left hand can only stretch so far on the fretboard.

    • @stratocactus
      @stratocactus 4 роки тому +5

      Note is the same but they don't sound exactly the same (same frequency but not same harmonics).
      Generally, the context of the note will tell you which one to play.
      For example, you play a G on 6th string 3rd fret. Next note is a D. You can play it on 5th string 5th fret OR 4th string open. Try it and you'll hear the difference. And depending on the following note after those G and D, you'll find one of them easier to articulate all together.
      I'm no professional but that's what works for me.

    • @jgrossma
      @jgrossma 4 роки тому +2

      Same note on different string will have a slightly different tone. Which string you play on is often obvious by context of where the other notes in the piece are being played. If unclear, sheet music for classical guitar may indicate which string a given note is intended to be played on by a number with a circle around it. If not, its up you to YOU the guitarist to decide which way works best for YOU based on technical ease of playing or tonal considerations. All else being equal same note in lower positions generally sounds better and is preferred.

  • @victor93532
    @victor93532 3 роки тому +3

    Me: *first time watching video from this person and channel*
    Brandon Acker: welcome back *_*smiles*_*
    Have we met before?

  • @MrGattor33
    @MrGattor33 3 роки тому +1

    I have to say this is a great video. Very nice and easy to understand. I have not ever played an instrument and had only a couple months of music class in school. I recently started messing around with the guitar (well not so recent...lol as it's been about 10 years ago) and was trying to figure this out and could not so I like most ended up working on tabs and well I ended up getting frustrated and just gave up.
    After recently running across your channel and seeing just a small handful of your videos, I enjoy your content because of the way you speak and give these kinds of tips and teachings to make even the lamest beginner an understanding on how to play. Thank you for what you do, and thank you again for this video!

  • @tucros123
    @tucros123 4 роки тому

    Absolutely loving these videos. Keep them coming!

  • @duradura1990
    @duradura1990 4 роки тому +44

    Damn, I am straight guy but I found him so freaking handsome.

    • @Gordito158
      @Gordito158 4 роки тому +4

      He reminds me that I have to finish reading my "Harry Potter" book. Can't sit here and just "fret" about it. :)

    • @MissPoplarLeaf
      @MissPoplarLeaf 4 роки тому +4

      He's just got this calm but warm grace about him, the way he smiles

    • @debaronAZK
      @debaronAZK 4 роки тому

      if I looked like him I'd get all the ladies. and some men too

    • @verandi3882
      @verandi3882 4 роки тому +4

      welcome to the club , bruh , remember to always say "no homo" before and after everything , just sayin

  • @masla990
    @masla990 4 роки тому +4

    Here before people start commenting on his looks

  • @mohamedsleim9652
    @mohamedsleim9652 3 роки тому +1

    The best instructor in the world of UA-cam so much respect bro
    🙏🙏Abig fan from Egypt 🙏🙏

  • @panhavonhai4482
    @panhavonhai4482 4 роки тому

    Thank you for bringing up the content I've been looking for!

  • @Thierry722
    @Thierry722 4 роки тому +4

    I'm putting in a silent minute for my boy Eddie. (laughing_crying_emoji)

    • @sweetnsourchick1761
      @sweetnsourchick1761 4 роки тому

      So sad that he was that hungry. Why didn't Eddie just go to the food bank? 😁

    • @Thierry722
      @Thierry722 4 роки тому

      @@sweetnsourchick1761 He was going through withdrawals, so he couldn't make one.

  • @grantmalone
    @grantmalone 4 роки тому +3

    Hmm, I was expecting a clever system to remember which note was where. Not "just memorise them".
    Oh well... :)

  • @TheRocketGrandma
    @TheRocketGrandma 4 роки тому +2

    The lighting is on point here. Wow!

  • @buhaypositiboPH
    @buhaypositiboPH 3 роки тому +1

    Superb guy. Simplified tutorials with a quiz for a bonus. A true legend!