5 GREAT chord tricks everyone should know!

Knowing some awesome chord tricks is a must when playing rhythm guitar. In this video I'll give you 5 cool tricks you can use every day to make your chords sound a little juicier!

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[DanCampbellGuitar]

Can everybody take a moment to appreciate the fact that the "MEOW!" was perfectly in tune at 8:32

[era]

I love the way you talk to us. Your tone, verbiage, and demeanor are so relaxing That’s just the cherry on top. Your knowledge and organization of presenting the information while staying on topic is impressive too. Everything you do is top production quality and I just love your videos. Thanks Paul.

[jamesprideaux]

I love that brief moment where you admire your guitar "how good does this guitar sound" <3

[virajkhetle]

When he says 'I've put my heart and soul' he really meant it. His teaching style, course structure and editing is so on point! Thanks, Paul!

[Deathshuck]

As a guitarist, it's important to remember one thing: Don't beat yourself up if you're using "cheap" or "simple" chords. These terms do not matter. Just find sounds that speak to you and make music. If the song sounds good, nobody's going to care how simple the chords are, except for guitar snobs, which is a demographic you should never try to please. Basic chords exist and are widely used for a reason, because they're the most common vocabulary in western music that speak to us emotionally. They're part of our DNA. Do not ever try to do fancy things on guitar for the sake of it, or you'll lose the sense of what it means to make relatable or touching music. You can always learn more theory, but always keep one ear in the songwriting. Using difficult chord tricks means nothing in itself, only how you use it and if you can convey a melody or a feeling. Perfect example of what I'm talking about is Andy Summers from The Police.

[mogu-mogu]

Thats why I love the acoustic. The natural percussion of an acoustic is unmatched.

[temnost]

My favorite thing about the progression of guitarists is that they begin on chords, move on to shredding because knowing chords is for beginners and then coming to the realization, all of their shredding is built on chord shapes thus having to go back and learn more chords.

[ibrokemytheory]

Paul Davids comment section is straight up community. I'm a fan.

[vicarious_cringe]

I just need to say that I was previously only into more crunchy modern guitar but you make them all sound so beautiful it has completely transformed my playing and lessened my serious abuse of the gain knob and the way you explain things really resonates with me. I also love watching your almost childlike joy when you play something rad. Thank you for this,

[kellyehlers]

As a guitar teacher myself... (on the side), I'm sincerely envious of the life you've built for yourself, but at the same time, profoundly proud and happy that you have worked so hard at playing, teaching, and influencing so many to find joy in playing. You're an amazing guy Paul. You're a blessing to everyone in your sphere of influence. Keep it up man!

[deathanddismembermen]

I was so happy to see the last one, been using it for as long as I can remember. Never be afraid of dissonant sounding chords it only adds tension. Music and art is an expression as much as it is a discipline.

[jamesstephens]

1. Power chords @0:19
2. The low e string trick @2:28
3. The open string hack @5:20
4. The "G-shape" trick @7:21
9:45 becoming a better guitar player (ad)
5. The open chord slide @10:20

[philchristensson]

Your videos just ooze with richness, quality and a real LOVE for this stuff… thank you for being here and being you Paul… you’re making everything better ✨💛✨

[morannonnorstund]

What David talks about: a + b
What he actually plays:
∫ dxa2 - x2 = arcsin xa + C = -arccos xa + C

[kenster]

Paul, I've started watching your videos for giggles and outright fun. I'm an old jazz-taught dude that started playing in 1961. I've learned a few things since then. 😉You come up with nice stuff and I like your teaching style... very laid back and non-threatening. That's very important for younger, newer players.

One of the most instructive books I ever ran across back in my early years was Ted Greene's "Chord Chemistry". It first came out in 1971. Ted was a walking, talking encyclopedia of chords, chordal inversions, music theory, etc. An amazing player in his own right, he left us way too soon in mid-2005.

If you haven't been exposed to Ted's written work or his videos up on YT you NEED to do so. A unique individual, like few others. Cheers, God bless and have an awesome Holiday Season. ☺

[max]

You're the man, Paul. As a new guitarist (32 hour in) you continue to keep me motivated. Looking forward to purchasing your online course, once I have control of the fundamentals required.

[RCSmiths]

Chordal Play is perhaps the best way a guitarist can learn the instrument, it deals with much more theory and fundamentals found within the guitar. I'd say it's way more important that soloing, and you can still do radical things!

[nickagervasi]

Oh man, as a beginner, many years ago I had NO IDEA what I was doing. But used that first tip all the time just because it sounded better to my ear. 🤣

I still use it a bunch now almost 20 years later.

Keep up the good work Paul!

[scottheaton]

#3 is huge. Learning caged chords around the circle of fifths and up the neck improved my playing more than anything else. Any chord, anywhere you need it on the neck. Great video.

[Metallizombie]

I like to add the low E in as well. For D though I like to use my thumb to grab a low F#. Once you start to wrap you head around how many different ways you can play the same thing a lot opens up. Good stuff.