Let’s Learn the E-minor Chord
To form the E-minor chord, take off the last tab and place your middle finger on the fifth string at the second fret and your ring finger on the fourth string at the second fret, as indicated in the diagram to the right. And, that’s all there is to it. Also demonstrated in the Video Lesson – 16 Removal of “Em” Tab.
I bet you noticed that the middle finger on the E-minor chord is in the same position as the middle finger on the G chord. Although it is only one finger, it is still a common chord shape, or, in this case, a common finger. Some guitar teachers also call it a “pivot” finger.
Now, pick up your guitar, form the E-minor chord with your left hand, and give it a few strums. Make sure all of the strings ring clearly. If not, adjust your finger(s), as necessary, to eliminate any muted or buzzing strings. Make sure you do not skip the muscle memory exercises – pulsing, lifting, and sliding we learned in a previous Lesson – 14 Lesson – D Chord – to lock in the E-minor chord.
Now, go back to the chord changeover we learned in a previous Lesson – 15 Lesson – C Chord, except practice changing from G to E-minor, C to E-minor, and from D to E-minor.
As soon as you are ready, head back to previous Lesson – 8 Lesson “Let it Be”, and work your way through the last two songs.
Remember:
- The only way to get better is to practice, practice, practice;
- You never stop learning;
- Music is a gift, so be sure to share it with someone; and
- Always have fun!
Finally, I hope you have as much fun making music as I do. Not only can it bring joy to your own heart, but to others, as well.Let’s Learn the E-minor Chord
To form the E-minor chord, take off the last tab and place your middle finger on the fifth string at the second fret and your ring finger on the fourth string at the second fret, as indicated in the diagram to the right. And, that’s all there is to it. Also demonstrated in the Video Lesson – 16 Removal of “Em” Tab.
I bet you noticed that the middle finger on the E-minor chord is in the same position as the middle finger on the G chord. Although it is only one finger, it is still a common chord shape, or, in this case, a common finger. Some guitar teachers also call it a “pivot” finger.
Now, pick up your guitar, form the E-minor chord with your left hand, and give it a few strums. Make sure all of the strings ring clearly. If not, adjust your finger(s), as necessary, to eliminate any muted or buzzing strings. Make sure you do not skip the muscle memory exercises – pulsing, lifting, and sliding we learned in a previous Lesson – 14 Lesson – D Chord – to lock in the E-minor chord.
Now, go back to the chord changeover we learned in a previous Lesson – 15 Lesson – C Chord, except practice changing from G to E-minor, C to E-minor, and from D to E-minor.
As soon as you are ready, head back to previous Lesson – 8 Lesson “Let it Be”, and work your way through the last two songs.
Remember:
- The only way to get better is to practice, practice, practice;
- You never stop learning;
- Music is a gift, so be sure to share it with someone; and
- Always have fun!
Finally, I hope you have as much fun making music as I do. Not only can it bring joy to your own heart, but to others, as well.Let’s Learn the E-minor Chord
To form the E-minor chord, take off the last tab and place your middle finger on the fifth string at the second fret and your ring finger on the fourth string at the second fret, as indicated in the diagram to the right. And, that’s all there is to it. Also demonstrated in the Video Lesson – 16 Removal of “Em” Tab.
I bet you noticed that the middle finger on the E-minor chord is in the same position as the middle finger on the G chord. Although it is only one finger, it is still a common chord shape, or, in this case, a common finger. Some guitar teachers also call it a “pivot” finger.
Now, pick up your guitar, form the E-minor chord with your left hand, and give it a few strums. Make sure all of the strings ring clearly. If not, adjust your finger(s), as necessary, to eliminate any muted or buzzing strings. Make sure you do not skip the muscle memory exercises – pulsing, lifting, and sliding we learned in a previous Lesson – 14 Lesson – D Chord – to lock in the E-minor chord.
Now, go back to the chord changeover we learned in a previous Lesson – 15 Lesson – C Chord, except practice changing from G to E-minor, C to E-minor, and from D to E-minor.
As soon as you are ready, head back to previous Lesson – 8 Lesson “Let it Be”, and work your way through the last two songs.
Remember:
- The only way to get better is to practice, practice, practice;
- You never stop learning;
- Music is a gift, so be sure to share it with someone; and
- Always have fun!
Finally, I hope you have as much fun making music as I do. Not only can it bring joy to your own heart, but to others, as well.Let’s Learn the E-minor Chord
To form the E-minor chord, take off the last tab and place your middle finger on the fifth string at the second fret and your ring finger on the fourth string at the second fret, as indicated in the diagram to the right. And, that’s all there is to it. Also demonstrated in the Video Lesson – 16 Removal of “Em” Tab.
I bet you noticed that the middle finger on the E-minor chord is in the same position as the middle finger on the G chord. Although it is only one finger, it is still a common chord shape, or, in this case, a common finger. Some guitar teachers also call it a “pivot” finger.
Now, pick up your guitar, form the E-minor chord with your left hand, and give it a few strums. Make sure all of the strings ring clearly. If not, adjust your finger(s), as necessary, to eliminate any muted or buzzing strings. Make sure you do not skip the muscle memory exercises – pulsing, lifting, and sliding we learned in a previous Lesson – 14 Lesson – D Chord – to lock in the E-minor chord.
Now, go back to the chord changeover we learned in a previous Lesson – 15 Lesson – C Chord, except practice changing from G to E-minor, C to E-minor, and from D to E-minor.
As soon as you are ready, head back to previous Lesson – 8 Lesson “Let it Be”, and work your way through the last two songs.
Remember:
- The only way to get better is to practice, practice, practice;
- You never stop learning;
- Music is a gift, so be sure to share it with someone; and
- Always have fun!
Finally, I hope you have as much fun making music as I do. Not only can it bring joy to your own heart, but to others, as well.