Episode
264 -3 Must-Know Christmas Songs
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- Beginner Guitar Academy
- Published
- Dec 12, 2025
- Duration seconds
- 1346
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Summary
Master three holiday classics with simplified chord progressions and strumming patterns designed for beginner guitarists. Learn practical substitutions like Bm7 to navigate tricky transitions and build musical energy.
Topics
- Guitar Instruction
- Christmas Songs
- Beginner Guitar
- Chord Substitutions
- Strumming Patterns
- Acoustic Guitar
- Electric Guitar
- Music Theory
Highlights
- Practical takeaway: Use Bm7 as an easier, effective substitute for the full B minor chord
- Main idea: Build musical intensity by progressing from whole notes to eighth-note strumming patterns
- Failure mode: Avoid overcomplicating strumming patterns at the expense of maintaining steady timing
- Practical takeaway: Utilize a capo on the 1st fret to simplify the chords for 'Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree'
- Main idea: Use palm muting techniques to add rhythmic interest and a 'rock' feel to pop classics
Chapters
1:00Introduction to the 2025 Christmas Setlist: An overview of the three featured songs: Feliz Navidad, Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree, and Last Christmas.5:50Feliz Navidad: Chords and Progressions: A breakdown of the G, A, D, and Bm chords, including simplified finger placement options.9:00Strumming Dynamics for Feliz Navidad: How to transition from simple whole notes to energetic eighth-note patterns without losing timing.12:20Last Christmas: Wham! vs. Jimmy Eat World: Comparing the classic pop version with a rockier arrangement and exploring melody-focused playing.16:00Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree: Intro and Chords: Step-by-step guidance on playing the iconic intro riff and using a capo for easier playing.19:10Advanced Techniques: Palm Muting and Verse Patterns: Applying palm muting and specific rhythmic patterns to enhance the holiday classics.