Nirvana - Come As You Are (Unplugged)

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Jump in with this guitar lesson where we break down Nirvana's iconic Come As You Are. This song is a first riff for countless beginners, making it the perfect single-note riff to give a go right away!

Key Insights:

  • First Riff Mastery: Start with the iconic opening riff that has introduced many to the world of guitar playing.

  • Barre and Open Chords: Explore both barre and open chords, making this lesson suitable for intermediate players and improver level players ready to tackle barre chords.

  • Acoustic Solo Techniques: Learn the solo from the MTV Unplugged in New York version. Since this version is on acoustic guitar, we’ll use techniques suited for tough wound strings that are harder to bend.

  • Repetition for Mastery: Benefit from the song's repetitive nature. Once you have the sections down, the song structure will come together seamlessly.

Whether you're a beginner or an intermediate player, this lesson will help you nail the riff and ultimately master Come As You Are to improve your guitar skills. Grab your guitar and let's get started!

Nirvana - Come As You Are (Live On MTV Unplugged)

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