How to Change Strings on an Acoustic Guitar

April 30, 2008

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When beginner acoustic guitar players are faced with the task of changing their acoustic guitar strings for the first time, they panic, in fear that it is some impossible task that will take hours to complete or that only a professional with years of experience can do. This is simply not the case.

Believe me, if you take your acoustic guitar to any professional guitar shop, they will be happy to take your hard earned money for a few minutes of work.

Learning how to change your acoustic guitar strings will save you money and it is something that every guitarist should learn how to do. There will be times when your strings will break at the most inopportune moment and the last thing you will want to do is travel to get them replaced.

Below are a few links to some great resources that will show you how to replace your acoustic guitar strings, when to change your acoustic guitar strings and tips on what type of strings to buy.

Changing Strings on an Acoustic Guitar From About.Com - This is a great 10 part article from Dan Cross with easy to follow instructions and tips for changing your guitar strings.

Changing Steel Strings the (new, improved) Taylor Way - Here is a great PDF document from Taylor Guitars on .

How to String an Acoustic Guitar - An another excellent article on how to replace strings for an acoustic guitar with tips on the tools you will need, parts of your guitar, and more.

How To Change Acoustic Guitar Strings Video From YouTube - Learn how to change your acoustic guitar strings the pro way with Justin Sandercoe.
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7 Easy Country Guitar Songs - Learn to Play Country Songs With The Guitar

April 19, 2008

Hi fellow country guitar enthusiast. Do you want to learn to play country songs with the guitar? Well then, sit back, grab your guitar and get ready to learn how. Below are a few great country music songs, 7 to be exact.

The following were chosen because of their popularity and because they are relatively easy to play, assuming you put the necessary practice time in.

I make no promises as to the accuracy of any of these Lessons, chords, lyrics or other information on this page. I tried to include the original version of each song so that you can make any adjustments if need be.

Enjoy and Have Fun!

Strawberry Wine By Deana Carter

As Performed by Deana Carter

Video Demonstration from YouTube


Strawberry Wine Chords & Lyrics Version 1
Strawberry Wine Chords & Lyrics Version 2
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Take me Home, Country Roads By John Denver
As Performed by John Denver

Video Guitar Lesson from YouTube

Take Me Home Country Roads Chords & Lyrics
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You’ll think of me By Keith Urban
As Performed by Keith Urban

Video Lesson from YouTube

You’ll Think Of Me Chords & Lyrics
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You Just Can’t See Him From The Road By Chris Ledoux
As Performed by Chris Ledoux

Video Lesson from YouTube

You Just Can’t See Him From The Road Chords & Lyrics
More Information About Chris Ledoux
 
I can still make Cheyenne By George Strait
As Performed by George Strait

Video Lesson from YouTube

I Can Still Make Cheyenne Chords & Lyrics
More Information About This Song
 
Easy Come, Easy Go By George Strait
As Performed by George Strait

Video Guitar Lesson from YouTube

Easy Come, Easy Go Chords & Lyrics
More Information About This Song
 
Teardops On My Guitar by Taylor Swift
As Performed by Taylor Swift

Video Lesson from YouTube

Teardrops On My Guitar Chords & Lyrics
More Information About This Song

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Top 20 Easy Acoustic Guitar Songs

April 4, 2008

The following are relatively easy to learn. Some are very easy while others may take you a bit more time to learn.I have done my best to find video lessons, tablature, chords and other helpful links for each song listed below. I do not guarantee the accuracy of any of the following videos, lyrics, chords, or other information.

All of these songs are well within reach for beginners if you dedicate enough time to learning them. Enjoy and happy guitar playing!

Easy Acoustic Guitar Song 11

Free Fallin’ by Tom Petty

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As Performed by Tom Petty:

Video Lesson:

Tom Petty Free Fallin Tabs
Free Fallin Chords and Lyrics

Easy Acoustic Guitar Song 12

Mr. Tambourine Man by Bob Dylan

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As Performed by Bob Dylan:

Video Lesson:

Mr Tambourine Man Tabs
Mr Tambourine Man Chords and Lyrics

Easy Acoustic Guitar Song 13

Hey There Delilah by Plain White T’s

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As performed by Plain White T’s :

Video Lesson:

Video Lesson:

Hey There Delilah Tab
Hey There Delilah Chords and Lyrics

Easy Acoustic Guitar Song 14

Working Class Hero by John Lennon

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As performed by John Lennon:

Video Lesson:

Working Class Hero Tab
Working Class Hero Chords and Lyrics

Easy Acoustic Guitar Song 15

Sounds of Silence by Simon and Garfunkel

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As performed bySimon and Garfunkel. Includes Lyrics:

Video Lesson:

Sounds of Silence Chords and Lyrics
Sounds of Silence Tab

Easy Acoustic Guitar Song 16

Take it Easy by The Eagles

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As performed by The Eagles:

Video Lesson:

Take It Easy Chords and Lyrics

Easy Acoustic Guitar Song 17

The Scientist by ColdPlay

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As performed by ColdPlay:

Video Lesson:

The Scientist Chords and Lyrics

Easy Acoustic Guitar Song 18

Losing My Religion by R.E.M.

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As performed by R.E.M:

Video Lesson:

Losing My Religion Tab
Losing My Religion Chords and Lyrics

Easy Acoustic Guitar Song 19

Brown Eyed Girl by Van Morrisson

Video Lesson:

Brown Eyed Girl Tab
Brown Eyed Girl Chords and Lyrics

Easy Acoustic Guitar Song 20

Turn the Page by Bob Seger

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As Performed by Bob Seger:

Acoustic Cover:

Video Lesson:

Turn The Page Chords and Lyrics

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