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Effortless Barre Chords: Unlock the 5 Secrets Every Beginner Needs – Adam Rafferty – Fingerstyle Guitar

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Heya! Are you struggling with barre chords? You’re not alone! Many beginners find them a challenge.

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In this video, we will unlock the 5 secrets every beginner needs. These tips will have you playing barre chords effortlessly!

I hope you enjoy learning these techniques I learned through years of study as a classical guitar player (40 years ago – OMG where’d the time go!)

By the end of this video, you’ll be playing barre chords MUCH more easily, without the buzzing or discomfort. No more sore hands or wrist strain!

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TIMESTAMPS:

  • 00:00 Intro
  • 00:25 What is a Barre Chord?
  • 01:24 Tip #1 – Get Your Index Finger Straight
  • 02:17 Tip #2 – Play BEHIND the fret
  • 03:54 Tip #3 – Use your bicept & pull
  • 05:12 Tip #4 – The “Magic Trick”
  • 06:07 Tip #5 – Get Your Guitar Adjusted
  • 06:58 Bonus Tip – Avoid Barre Chords
  • 07:45 FREE 7-Day Beginner Fingerstyle Guitar Course

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About Adam Rafferty

I’m Adam Rafferty – a guitar player born and raised in New York City, and currently spending most of my time on tour playing concerts and coaching my guitar students online at StudyWithAdam.com

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