Trouble with B-minor? Here's 2 easier ways to play it (open voicings, no barring)

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Hey there, friends! Two quick ways to play B-minor I want to share with y'all, both of which are "open" chords and far easier to switch to than the normal Bm barre chord. One of these was sent in by Patreon supporter John, a few weeks back – and the other I just started using in the past few weeks.

Even if you are able to play Bm in the x24432 position (as I can), sometimes it's simply preferable to use open voicings such as these. They can be easier to switch to, and also add some nice distinction to the sound of the chord (via the open E string, the minor 7th tone, etc). For each of the two voicings I show, I'll demonstrate a real-world riff (tabs included in my attached PDF) to help you practice these in a real-world scenario.

Video timestamps:

- 0:00 Overview
- 0:37 Chord Shape #1
- 2:07 ...Practice Riff
- 5:09 Chord Shape #2
- 5:45 ...Practice Riff
- 9:17 Final Tips & Advice

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[roostercogburnmusic]

Potts you seem really genuine and touch all levels of instruction. Thank you.

[davidlegalley]

David thank you so much for sharing these two B minor voicings & demonstrating their usefulness. Terrific tips 👍🏾👍🏼❗

[fenderstratguy]

Another bit of free guitar gold ….thanks man

[michaelmackenzie]

Dude your the best! That 2nd variation is definitely Radiohead Fake Plastic Trees chord

[davidspencer]

Hey David. I dusted off this lesson last night. Your thoughts about using the 2nd voicing of the Bm alternative for Tennessee Whiskey, and not just the first?

[EVGUITAR]

Strange thing is I have more trouble with the B chord than the B Minor 🤔

[royfranc]

Newby really.G chord of yous had me a little confused

[tanujSE]

Yes you got to operate the easy way(2pac)