So I don't have any music training background and this is essentially my first shot at really learning the guitar. Been at the lessons with Anders for a bit now and loving it. Watching the progression is fun, though there have been a few tough spots where it felt the progression between lessons was a little too much. But besides that I wanted to delve into some music theory to hopefully just expand my knowledge of everything. The desire is there but watching just the intro to it (https://www.guitartricks.com/lesson/11518 ) felt like I was drinking from a firehose. I'm guessing the answer is "yes", but does it get easier? Is there a point where all this shit just clicks and you say "ah ha!!!!"?
I'm no stranger to hard work and progression, but I'm curious to hear from others that had the same feeling watching that lesson how they felt as time went on. Just curious if I should actually lean on some private lessons to help with this so I don't get stuck. That or should I kick theory to the side for the time being so I'm not trying to take on too much at once
Most of the theory you need is baked into the courses. Beginners should mostly focus on physical playing skills. Otherwise, you know musical ideas but have no way to put them into practice.
If you want more in depth on theory as a beginner, my old GF2 course is a great place to start. It starts with intervals, then scales & chords.
https://www.guitartricks.com/course/fundamentals2(discontinued)
These next tutorials are a little more complex, but here for your reference.
This tutorial covers the basics of chord theory.
https://www.guitartricks.com/tutorial/148
This one covers harmonization of the major scale into the chords that make a key signature.
https://www.guitartricks.com/tutorial/2387
But remember to focus on your playing skills. You knowledge about theory should grow with, keep pace with, your playing skills.
Please ask more as necessary & best of success! Hope that helps!
