Today's Tip: "F Chord Variations"
Here are some different ways to play the F chord at the (more or less) open position. As I mention in the video, the F chord is important because it is the IV chord for the key of C, and many songs happen to be in the key of C.
I suppose the primary reason for the popularity of the key of C is that on the piano the key of C uses all white notes (no sharps or flats).
Most guitar players think the F chord is the most difficult chord to master for beginners. This is because the “full” chord (which chord charts usually focus on) involves a “barre” on the first fret. And obviously that is difficult for beginners.
The most commonly used alternative is what I have called the “little” F chord where you just barre the high E and B strings (a “little” barre) and don’t play the low E string. I find this is the version of the chord I use the most.
Many new guitar players prefer using the 3 string version pictured below. If you use this version it is an easy transition between C and F. But don't play (or mute out) the other three strings.
Today's Example: "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen
Hallelujah is a well-known song written by Leonard Cohen. The chords are indicated above the measures as the song moves along.
