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Video Question: strings

April 30th, 2008 - Kenrahn says, "Hi, I'm a beginner so I would like to know what would be the best strings for this type of guitar. It's an Alvarez Model CY135. Thank You for your help."

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Other Video Responses:

Left Hand Problem - October 31st, 2007 (2 minutes, 50 seconds)
Rafldr asks "Hello to everybody, The first thing I want to say is that I love the course. I consider it perfect for beginners like me Now, I'm having problems when I have to fret a string I touch the one next to it. Also, when I fret the lower strings I touch the higher ones. What should I do about it? Thanks Raf" View Response
Strat tone Controles and Switches - February 19th, 2008 (3 minutes, 26 seconds)
ndjordjevic asked, "Hi, I got a Squire Strat electric guitar and and there are three knobs (volume and two tone) and a 5 position switcher. What are those, how and when should I use or adjust it." View Response
Chord Families - March 21st, 2008 (2 minutes, 14 seconds)
Jzcode asks, "Brad, I would like to know what chords and chord family's should I know to be considered a good Rock Rhythm guitarist? What other chords farther up the fret board should I learn that are usually not covered in beginning lessons? An example, Dmaj7 on the 9th fret. Thanks..." View Response
David Anthony Phase 2 Lessons - August 29th, 2007 (0 minutes, 28 seconds)
Ratzo1 asks "Does David Anthony have any phase 2 lessons in the works??" View Response
Mixed Chords or Slash Chords - February 5th, 2008 (2 minutes, 24 seconds)
Djhectichector says, "I'm currently practicing on backing tracks I've bought and i have noticed on the corresponding chord sheet there are chords such as D/F# etc. How do i work out the notes in that chord? Sorry if this is a bit OTT for my level (Half way through modes) Typical song containing this chord by the way is (Wonderful tonight by Eric Clapton.) I tend to use a D major but it don't sound right. The solo I've got to the tea but D/F# Messes me up. Please Help!" View Response