The space between the chords and their proximity to one another makes this a great beginner’s riff. Too many songbooks recommend you learn the G and D chords at first, which can be really challenging to switch between at first.
This riff allows you to build this very basic skill while learning a very popular song.
The pentatonic run is extra credit, but learning it will help you learn the equally important skill of blending chords and open notes seamlessly.
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How To Play Acoustic Guitar For Absolute Beginners How To Play Acoustic Guitar Lesson 1