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IntermediateBarre ChordsAndy Guitar
14:59/136K views/Nov 2023
14:59·136K views·Nov 2023·Released 1972·Taught by Andy Guitar
Barre ChordsKey of A major106 BPM
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I-IV-V-I

What you'll learn

  • How to play Starman by David Bowie
  • Open chord shapes
  • Power chord shapes
  • Barre chord techniques
  • Strumming patterns for the song

About this lesson

▶ https://www.andyguitar.co.uk/ ◀ ALL Andy's exclusive videos & courses In this video we take a look at how to play Starman by David Bowie. This song uses a mix of open chords, power chords and barre chords, making it tricky for beginners. However, the simple structure and simple strumming make it a perfect improver/ early intermediate song for either acoustic or electric guitar players to dig into - give it a go! 🎸 Need more help with barre chords, power chords or riff playing? ✅ Check out Andy's Improver Course to get help that and much more! ▶ https://www.andyguitar.co.uk/courses/improver-courses 00:00 Lesson overview 00:24 Intro chords 00:48 Verse chords 02:46 Strumming pattern 03:45 Slow play-through Intro & verse 1 05:41 Pre-chorus chords & riff 06:12 Chorus chords 06:46 Chorus - single chord play through 08:05 Post chorus chords & riff 08:37 Chorus playthrough w/ strumming 10:02 Post chorus blues riff 10:24 Lead part 12:11 Full song playthrough - jam along! 14:39 Where to go from here 🎬 SUBSCRIBE TO ANDY GUITAR on YouTube http://goo.gl/nDtSmJ 🙏 Help support Andy's free videos by donating https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=J3SP58NUHS55U ************************************************************************** ✅ FREE 10 DAY TRIAL of ALL my online courses (limited time!) ✅ ▶ https://www.andyguitar.co.uk/shop/subscribe/access-all-areas (risk-free for 60 days, and your first 10 days cost nothing)

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