Guitar course for beginners: learn to play from scratch

A course by Charly Rey, Guitarist, producer and musical director

Guitarist, producer and musical director. Mexico City, Mexico.
Joined May 2025
100% positive reviews (6)
446 students
Audio: Spanish
Spanish · Portuguese · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian

Learn to play guitar from scratch, discover types of guitars, basic techniques, and how to choose your first song

Discover the fascinating world of guitar from scratch with a course designed for everyone, regardless of age. Learn to recognize and play the main notes of your favorite songs while delving into the fundamentals of this versatile instrument. From classical to electric guitars, you'll explore their differences and characteristics, gaining the knowledge to choose the one that best suits your needs.

With a practical and dynamic approach, you'll develop posture and pick technique, as well as exercises to improve your agility and confidence in playing chords. You'll also be able to identify the instruments in a song and choose the best piece to play for the first time. With dedication and practice, you'll soon be performing melodies and enjoying the music you love. Get ready to unleash your musical potential and embark on an exciting sonic journey.

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What will you learn in this online course?

13 lessons & 14 downloads

How to tune your guitar?
13 minutes, 32 seconds
Ideal posture
9 minutes, 28 seconds
Use of the pick and fingers P1
14 minutes, 18 seconds
Basic theory of notes
4 minutes, 38 seconds
Chord exercises P1
13 minutes, 7 seconds
How to choose your first song
16 minutes, 25 seconds

What's included in this course?

You'll learn to play guitar from scratch, regardless of your age or experience level. You'll begin by familiarizing yourself with the different types of guitars and their essential parts. You'll understand how to tune your instrument and develop a basic technique suitable for playing simple chords. You'll be taught to recognize notes and read tablature, allowing you to execute smooth transitions between chords and gain agility and confidence in your playing.

As you progress, you'll focus on listening to music like a guitarist, identifying the instruments in a song, and selecting the most suitable pieces to play for the first time. You'll learn to recognize chord changes and accompany them rhythmically with your right hand. By the end, you'll have the necessary tools to play a simple song, effectively integrating both notes and rhythm. This course offers a clear path to enjoying music and exploring your creativity with the guitar.

  • 100% positive reviews (6)
  • 446 students
  • 13 lessons (2h 20m)
  • 14 additional resources (7 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Spanish
  • Spanish · Portuguese · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Students will learn to play the main notes of a song on the guitar, developing basic musical performance skills. This project will encourage consistent practice, improving technique and confidence while playing, allowing them to enjoy and share their music with others.

Who is this online course for?

People of all ages who want to learn to play guitar from scratch, regardless of their previous experience, and who are looking for a practical and accessible way to enter the world of music. All they need is a guitar and the desire to learn.

Requirements and materials

You don't need extensive prior knowledge to get started. All you need is a guitar and a desire to learn. A willingness to practice is key. Regardless of age, anyone can enjoy the musical journey from scratch.


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446 Students
6 Reviews

Charly Rey

Charly Rey
A course by Charly Rey

Teacher Plus
Guitarist, producer and musical director

Charly Rey is a guitarist, producer, composer, and musical director with over 30 years of experience in the music industry. Originally from Argentina and based in Mexico, he has developed a solid career as a session musician, participating in the recording of more than 500 albums for artists such as Beto Cuevas, RBD, OV7, Yuri, Lucero, Belinda, Alejandra Guzmán, Aleks Syntek, and Ricardo Montaner, among many others.

He has performed in over 1,500 concerts worldwide, appearing on iconic stages such as Madison Square Garden, Azteca Stadium, and Maracanã, before millions of people. He is currently the musical director and guitarist for Beto Cuevas, and leads GENESIS11GUITARLAB, his own studio specializing in guitar production and recording.

His career combines studio experience, live performance and production, constantly evolving within the music industry.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • Presentation
    • Influences
  • U2

    Basic Guitar Fundamentals

    • Types of guitars
    • Parts of the guitar
    • How to tune your guitar?
  • U3

    Ideal posture and basic technique

    • Ideal posture
    • Use of the pick and fingers P1
    • Use of the pick and fingers P2
    • Basic theory of notes
    • Chord exercises P1
    • Chord exercises P2
  • U4

    Play a song

    • How to choose your first song
    • Listening like a guitarist
  • FP

    Final project

    • "Guitar course for beginners: learn to play from scratch"

What to expect from a Domestika course

  • Learn at your own pace

    Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set your own pace.

  • Learn from the best professionals

    Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.

  • Meet expert teachers

    Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.

  • Certificates

    Plus

    If you're a Plus member, get a custom certificate signed by your teacher for every course. Share it on your portfolio, social media, or wherever you like.

  • Get front-row seats

    Videos of the highest quality, so you don't miss a single detail. With unlimited access, you can watch them as many times as you need to perfect your technique.

  • Share knowledge and ideas

    Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.

  • Connect with a global creative community

    The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.

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FAQs

This course is designed for beginners and requires no prior experience. You'll start from scratch, learning tuning, posture, basic chords, and initial techniques to play your first songs.

All you need is a guitar—classical, acoustic, or electric. A tuner and a pick are recommended but not essential to begin.

You'll learn to identify parts of the guitar, tune your instrument, adopt the right posture, play basic chords, switch between chords, accompany songs, and recognize musical rhythms.

Yes, the course includes examples and popular songs, including Beatles tunes, adapted for beginners.

You'll learn to name each string, tune manually and with electronic tuners, developing both your ear and tuning skills.

Yes, the course emphasizes ergonomic posture and proper hand and wrist placement to make playing easier and prevent injuries.

You'll discover the differences between classical, acoustic, and electric guitars, including their sounds and uses, helping you choose the right one.

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Guitar course for beginners: learn to play from scratch. Music, and Audio course by Charly Rey

Guitar course for beginners: learn to play from scratch

A course by Charly Rey
Guitarist, producer and musical director. Mexico City, Mexico.
Joined May 2025
  • 100% positive reviews (6)
  • 446 students