How to Play Guitar

Overview

Taught by Berklee, one of the most recognized names in music education, this specialization is built to take a complete beginner from first chords to being able to play favorite songs in under four months — pairing hands-on instrument practice with enough music theory to understand what you're playing.

Who it's for

A beginner-level specialization for anyone starting guitar from scratch, with no prior instrumental experience assumed. It's drawn over 43,000 learners, a solid signal that its promise of results in a defined timeframe resonates with hobbyist musicians.

Key skills

• Foundational music theory
• Instrumental guitar technique
• Music performance skills

Worth considering if you want a structured, Berklee-backed path to actually playing songs rather than an unstructured collection of guitar tutorials.