Your Child's Very First Guitar Lesson | Total Beginner

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[Guitargate]

Key Takeaways and things to work on after first lesson:
1. Parts of the guitar & how they work together.
2. Assigning numbers to strings and fingers.
3. Learning the names of the open strings (EADGBE) and that music contains the notes A-G (to start)
4. How to shorten a string & increase pitch by fretting a note, and common buzzing issues.
5. Practice 1234 fingers and frets on each string.
6. How to use a tuner (feel free to help your child)
7. Leave with a win - a song they can hear and repeat that's super easy. I use "Nothing Else Matters" - Metallica because it's all open strings for the intro.

Wyatt thanks you for watching!

[Dave-gfkd]

There are content creators that want to share generally. There are content creators what want attention or dollars. Michael is a born TEACHER…using technology to truly help others. While it might seem like a nice guy just explaining stuff, this was done with great thought regarding what to say, when to say it, how to say it. We are so lucky to have this guy…no matter what our ability or age!

[modelcitizen]

This looks so pleasant and relaxing. You can tell he’s super into it because he’s actively listening. My 9 year old would have asked 20 unrelated questions, told three unrelated stories and broke the 4th wall at least twice to plug his own YouTube channel in the first 10 minutes.

[Sir-IKON]

43 years old here and just bought my first guitar. this is exactly the course I need

[benzykaram]

Very sweet to see the child registering new information for the first time. Hope he becomes a good player someday.

[TNNSSE]

This kid has such an awesome dad! I smiled just watching him smile at you! 😊 I can only hope my daughter asks me to do this one day in the future. Keep the videos coming 🤘

[TheMountainLynx]

I've been struggling to figure out a good first lesson for my kids, and this is fantastic. My search is over. Thank you for this!

[michaelm]

I had a few guitar teachers when I first began playing (before the days of YouTube) who didn't even bother to explain the parts of the guitar and how they work. This is the difference between being a good guitarist and being a good teacher. Michael is obviously both.

[baldbearded]

This is a great video to bookmark for me! My sister has young twins and I plan on teaching them guitar as soon as they show any interest.. thanks for that Mike!! 👍

[CentipedeBlues]

I remember my first lesson with Tony Calabro in NYC. Wyatt is incredible merely in being able to outlast the lesson. I am a more difficult student, always complaining (but never quitting). Michael's right. Using an electric guitar makes a lot of difference. I got my pink 3/4 Stagg for my 7th birthday together with a Roland microcube, to replace my acoustic. I was shocked how heavy it was (I could only wear it when I was 9 with a harness, not a strap, and for short periods of time). But it was much easier to play. Michael, I just love the lesson. Actually, my dad took classes alongside me, and he re-explained all this to me over a period of time.

Wyatt, be ready to re-learn the same thing 20 times if needed. And learn the musical intervals in your first year, as a first step in music theory. Don't give up easily and good luck! Welcome to GuitarGate!

[PianoCinematix]

This is absolutely beautiful to watch. Not just the teaching, but the bond is unreal. I have two children, each have an interest in guitar and piano. One of my boys is autistic and find it hard to concentrate, but I will not give up trying to help him. After watching this video it has motivated me to help more than ever, thank you, Michael. Top class dude!

[STSGuitar]

This kid's gonna go far! So cool to see someone his age pay attention and listen for as long as he did, especially since this lesson isn't necessarily "fun" for him. You can tell that he really does have a true interest in learning to play guitar, so being able to see this lil guy picking up what could very well end up being his favorite thing in the world is really cool.

Like him, I had also known that I really wanted to play guitar too, so I see a lot of myself in this kid. I know when I was his age I would also be stoked to even learn anything about the guitar just like he seems to be here. It wasn't until around 2012 when youtube guitar lessons became more widely available that I actually did start learning (big ol shoutout to Marty lol, he has basically taught at least 50% of every guitarist in the world a thing or two by this point), and once I actually learned a chord or two (I think the first song I learned was just the chords of Back in Black), I was totally hooked. I think this lil guy will be the same way, so I wish him great luck as he starts down the lifelong, always fulfilling path of playing an instrument.

And also, awesome job to you as well, Michael. It seems you have a great way of connecting with kids and keeping them at ease and excited for their next lesson. Despite your clearly advanced abilities that might make a kid become shy or just place you on some sort of unattainable "guitar god" pedestal in their minds, you skip right past all of that and just make them feel comfortable. I'll bet this guy sees you as an approachable friend who he really enjoys being around and learning from. I am definitely going to have to steal your teaching techniques to better get young players excited and hooked on the instrument just as I was lol. Cool video!

[alecstone]

Michael this is awesome. I started my own business teaching a couple of years ago and absolutely love it. You are one of my biggest inspirations when it comes to doing it. Watching this was awesome, seeing the similarities we have when teaching a someone brand new to guitar and music in general, and some things I never thought of. Thank you. Would love to see more of these videos as he progresses (if he decided to stick with it)!

[michaellawlor]

My daughter plays ukulele and guitar, and sent me a recording of her singing and playing. It was one of the most proudest moments of a parent.

[Fireguy]

So excited for my daughter to get a little older so I can teach her.

Little dude in the video is so bright I can tell. He’s so attentive and picks up quick

[unitedeffort]

I would actually present the argument that it COULD be better for a learner to practice guitar on an acoustic BECAUSE it's harder to press the strings down. The benefit would be wrist/finger strength from practice. AFTER beginner stages is when I would encourage electric guitar practice/play in order to encourage the finesse (touch, feel, & peel) of playing. Just a thought. Although my theory is lacking and I'm definitely still learning, this is how I initially learned and my wrist/finger strength has indefinitely helped my growth over the years. Just some thoughts.

[dazetake]

Nice playing little guy, your going to be better then dad someday, keep on practicing, that's one sharp looking guitar you have, thanks to your dad for the video.

[jakekunz]

I’m planning on starting your program in the new year. I’ve been playing around on a guitar my aunt got me (she played on the road) for about 2 1/2 years without any instruction. And it has helped me get through a lot. I think I am ok at this point but I know there is definitely holes in my knowledge and skill. Because I found your channel it gave me the inspiration to fill those holes and really embrace my love for guitar.

[gwkonyoutube]

I always try to find videos exactly like this because they're so nostalgic for me, it's really like a time machine!

[GodsStoryteller]

Awesome start.

Im meeting a kid soon.

Grateful for the creative start shared here.