Brief Summary
This video provides a detailed guitar tutorial for "The Sound of Silence" by Simon & Garfunkel. It covers the intro, arpeggiated sections, and chord changes, offering guidance for both beginner and intermediate players. The lesson emphasizes the use of a capo on the sixth fret and alternate picking techniques to achieve the song's signature sound.
- Capo on the 6th fret is essential for the correct pitch.
- Alternate picking (down-up) is crucial for maintaining rhythm and economy of motion.
- Tablature is available for free download at learnguitarinlondon.com.
Intro and Initial Fingerpicking Pattern
The tutorial begins by placing a capo on the sixth fret of the guitar. The instructor uses a plectrum (pick) and starts with the second finger on the second fret of the G string. The initial fingerpicking pattern involves alternating between downstrokes on the G string and upstrokes on the open E string, followed by a downstroke on the B string and an upstroke on the E string. This pattern creates half a bar, which is then repeated.
Arpeggiated D Motion
The lesson moves into an arpeggiated D motion. The third finger is placed on the third fret of the B string while playing open on the G string. The fingerpicking pattern alternates strings, involving the open G string, the third fret (B string), the second fret (G string) with the first or second finger, and the fourth fret (G string) with the little finger. The instructor advises leaving fingers on the G string for finger economy.
Adding the A Minor Chord
The tutorial explains how to incorporate an A minor chord into the sequence. The second finger returns to the G string on the second fret, and a first fret is added on the B string. This creates a transition to the A minor. This bar is then repeated.
Barring Technique and Lead Line
A small bar is introduced, holding down the first fret on both the E and B strings while keeping the second finger on the G string. The plucking pattern remains the same. The instructor then introduces a lead line, which involves picking open notes on the E string, the first fret on the B string, and the first fret on the E string, among other variations.
Similar Section with an Added Note
The next section is similar to the previous one, with the bar finger holding down the first fret on the E and B strings and the second finger on the G string. The fingerpicking pattern is almost identical, but with one extra note added.
Transition to A Minor 7th and A Minor
With the bar still in place, the lesson transitions to the third fret on the G string, then back to the second fret. An A minor shape is introduced, lifting the third finger to create an A minor 7th chord. The finger positions shift to the second and third frets on the D string. The A minor chord is then completed by placing the third finger under the second finger.
Final Section and Outro
The final section returns to the earlier pattern with the third fret on the B string and variations on the G string. The intro of the song is then played again, finishing with a strummed A minor chord. The instructor concludes by playing the entire intro slowly and advising viewers to download the tab from learnguitarinlondon.com. He emphasizes the importance of alternate picking for maintaining rhythm and encourages viewers to explore other videos on the channel.
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