Start your first guitar journey this summer! In our guitar lesson learn chords, strumming, and songs step-by-step — perfect beginner guitar lessons!
There’s something about summer that makes everything feel possible. The days stretch longer, the pace slows down, and suddenly you’ve got a bit more space to breathe. So, what better time to start your beginner guitar journey?
If you’ve ever dreamed of strumming a few chords on a warm evening or playing your first song at a beach bonfire—this is the moment. Whether you’ve got an acoustic or electric guitar sitting in the corner collecting dust, or you’re looking to buy your first instrument ever, summer is the perfect excuse to finally begin play the guitar.
And no worries if you're an absolute beginner. This post is for you.
Starting beginner guitar lessons in summer just makes sense. Less school, more flexible schedules, and a natural pull toward creativity—it’s the perfect season to tune your guitar and start learning the basics.
When you learn guitar in a relaxed season like this, you’re giving yourself room to explore. Whether it’s online guitar lessons or in-person sessions, you can go at your own pace and truly enjoy the process. You don’t need a full course to start. You just need that first step.
And if you’re looking for a structured, step-by-step approach to learning, a good beginner guitar course can guide you from open chords to barre chords and even your first riff.
To learn how to play guitar should feel exciting, not overwhelming. You'll usually start with the fundamentals: how to hold the guitar properly, how to use a guitar pick, and how to strum simple rhythms. You’ll also learn how to tune your guitar and get familiar with the string names, including the low E and high E string.
Most beginner guitar lessons focus on:
You don’t need prior knowledge of music theory to get started. You’ll pick things up naturally—one chord, one song, one strum at a time.
If you're asking, “Should I learn on an acoustic or electric guitar?” the answer is: either works!
Both can teach you the same fundamentals. The best choice depends on what inspires you. Want to strum along to easy songs or play acoustic fingerstyle guitar? Go acoustic. Want to dive into power chords and cool guitar tricks? Electric might be your vibe.
Bonus: if you're not sure, you can always try both. Our teachers at Ardes Music can help you explore either one.
Beginner guitar lessons usually focus on open chords, which are the foundation of most easy songs. These include:
Once you’re comfortable switching between these, you can move into more advanced areas like barre chords, chord progressions, and exploring major and minor chord theory.
Learning how to play chords cleanly without muted strings is part of the journey—but it’s totally doable with practice.
We recommend using a chord chart or tablature if you're a visual learner. These tools help you learn guitar in a more intuitive way.
Nothing feels better than finally being able to play your first song.
A good beginner course will help you string together a few easy chords into a simple progression—often just two or three chords—and suddenly, you’re making music. That’s the magic moment where learning turns into playing.
Look for video lessons that break down each step. Sites like JustinGuitar offer great free beginner guitar content if you want to supplement your private lessons or practice on your own.
Online guitar lessons can be a fantastic option if you need flexibility. You can learn from home, rewatch difficult sections, and follow your own schedule.
The best online guitar platforms often offer a mix of:
Whether you’re using those or combining online learning with private lessons at Ardes Music, there are endless ways to play and grow.
Starting something new always comes with challenges, but don’t overthink it. Here are a few tips to help you stay motivated:
And don’t compare yourself to others. Your guitar journey is your own, whether you’re 12 or 72.
Want to dip your toes in before committing to full lessons? No problem. There are plenty of free beginner resources available.
Check out free guitar exercises on YouTube, or browse the free beginner guitar materials offered by platforms like JustinGuitar and Guitar Tricks.
But if you want more structure and support, an in-person guitar course with feedback from an experienced teacher can really help you progress faster—from beginner to advanced.
Whether you're learning for fun, for focus, or just for the joy of it, playing guitar is one of the most rewarding skills you can develop.
So maybe this is the summer you finally pick up the guitar and start learning.
Not for anyone else—not for performance, or perfection—but for the simple joy of making music.
And if you’re ready to begin, we’d love to help you learn how to play guitar—whether it’s acoustic and electric, classic or contemporary. Our step-by-step beginner course at Ardes Music is made for absolute beginners, adults and kids alike.
So grab your guitar, tune up those open strings, and let the journey begin.
Here’s more if you're curious: It’s Never Too Late to Learn the Guitar
If you’ve got kids on summer break, guitar lessons are also a great way to keep their brains engaged—without screens. It helps with focus, discipline, confidence… all that good stuff. And it’s way cooler than summer homework.
Some of our students even take lessons with a sibling or friend (check out our group classes if that sounds like your kid’s thing). It makes learning feel less like school and more like fun—which, let’s be honest, is what summer should be.
Look—we're not trying to sell you on a new personality or promise you'll be a guitar god by fall. But if you’ve been sitting on the idea of learning to play, summer is a solid time to just start. You don’t need fancy gear. You don’t need to read sheet music. You just need a little time and a little interest.
We’ll take care of the rest.
So maybe this is the summer you look back on and say, “Oh yeah, that’s when I finally learned guitar.”
And maybe, next year, you’ll be the one playing that song around the fire.
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