You've tried bar chords before but...
❌ Your chords were buzzy or muted
❌ Your chord changes were sloppy
❌ Your timing fell apart
❌ Your hand started to cramp
❌ You started avoiding all keys except G major
You are not alone.
Bar chords are the toughest chords on the guitar, but we’ve seen hundreds of students struggle with bar chords and overcome them.
We've got you.
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WELCOME!
We're Nate & Chelsea.
Co-founders of the Guitar Fam
Bar chords are the toughest chords on the guitar, and they're also the most useful ones you can learn. Those shapes make a lot of guitar players quit altogether.
If you've tried to learn them before and it didn't take, you're in good company. In 16 years of teaching guitar online, we've watched hundreds of players go through this. Almost all of them were skipping a few key steps without knowing it.
That's why we created the Bar Chord Masterclass. It walks you through every one of those steps in order, so you build real strength and technique instead of hoping the F chord eventually cooperates.
No more nervously scanning a chord chart for F or Bm. Just showing up with your guitar for the songs you love and the moments that matter.
We're cheering you on!
Nate & Chelsea
Imagine...
✔️ Picking any song you want to learn without first checking whether it has an F in it
✔️ Playing your favourite songs in full, chords like F# and Bb included, instead of skipping them or faking your way through
✔️ Sitting in with other musicians and playing right along with them, in their key, wherever they are on the neck
✔️ Moving anywhere on the fretboard with confidence instead of staying anchored around the same few shapes near the nut
✔️ Feeling like the guitarist you've been working toward all these years
The Bar Chord Masterclass is perfect for you if:
YOU DREAM OF PLAYING YOUR FAVORITE SONGS
... but you freeze up because you see an F, Bm or Bb on the chart.
YOU'VE BEEN PUTTING IN THE TIME AND EFFORT
... but your bar chords are still buzzing and muted.
YOU WANT TO PLAY FULL SONGS CONFIDENTLY
... but you don't know what to work on in order to get better.
The Bar Chord Masterclass was built for exactly where you are right now.
You're in the right place.
By the end of the Bar Chord Masterclass you will be able to:
01
Play Bar Chords That Ring Clean
Get the hand strength, thumb position, and finger placement that eliminate buzzing and muted strings.
04
Play Confidently in Any Key
Fill in the chords that used to stop you, like F, F#, and Bb, and open up keys that were previously off limits.
02
Master the 10 Core Shapes
All ten major and minor bar chord shapes, so you have a movable version of every chord you need.
05
Move Progressions Anywhere on the Neck
Take the same progression to multiple positions and choose the one that sounds and feels best for the song.
03
Find Any Note on the Neck
Knowing where every note lives is what turns a movable shape into a chord you can name and land on.
06
Use the Basics of the CAGED System
Connect the shapes you already know and navigate the fretboard without guessing.
Bonus:
Add Flavour to Your Chord Choices
Expand your chord library by adding extensions and partial shapes to your core bar chord repertoire.
What makes this different from every other bar chord course you've seen?
A Clear, Friendly Plan for Adults Guitar Learners
We built this course specifically for adult learners, whether you're just getting started or restarting after a long break.
You’re Not Learning Guitar Alone
You can ask questions, share progress in the forum, submit videos for review in our monthly livestreams and get support inside our Guitar Fam community anytime.
A Focus on Playing Full Songs You Love
You'll develop the foundational skills you need throughout the course and then you can apply them to your favorite tunes on the Guitar Fam songs page.
Encouragement & Guidance Along the Way
You’ll never wonder if you’re doing it right. Each lesson includes tips, walkthroughs, and next steps.
What's in the course?
Phase 1 - E Major Bar Chord Shape
Develop the strength and technique you need to play not only the E major bar chord shapes, but all of the bar chord shapes in the Bar Chord Masterclass.
What do you get with it?
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Access to all 12 phases of the Bar Chord Masterclass - Each phase contains detailed video lessons and assignments, so you know exactly what to practice and when to move on.
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Jam Tracks - Download or stream relevant jam tracks to make learning how to use bar chords fun and practical.
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The Bar Chord Masterclass Ebook - Download the full 140-page companion eBook! This is a great way to follow along and make learning faster and more effective.
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All the support you need - If you run into a tough spot or just need some feedback, we are here for you. You can email us directly, post in the Guitar Fam forum, or even send in a video for review.
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A Complimentary Private Lesson - If you really need some extra help, you can book a private lesson with Nate. The first one is complimentary, so it's a great way to iron out any issues or clean up any bad habits.
What becomes possible when you can play the music you love...
JAM WITH OTHER MUSICIANS
Dennis S.
Florida, USA
"I started a local guitar circle and am learning songs to jam with other musicians."
MAKE CHERISHED FAMILY MEMORIES
Jason S.
Tennessee, USA
"I learned my parents' favorite song and they were blown away."
PLAY ELECTRIC AT CHURCH
Tammy A.
Connecticut, USA
“I’ve been able to expand outside my acoustic comfort zone and play electric guitar at my church."
Follow these 3 steps to get started today:
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ENROLL & GET INSTANT ACCESS
Choose lifetime access or join the Premium Guitar Fam Membership to unlock the Bar Chord Masterclass. You can start learning instantly.
FOLLOW THE GUIDED BAR CHORD LESSONS
Go through the 12 phases with clear goals and get direct feedback through student video reviews and the Guitar Fam forum.
PLAY BAR CHORDS WITH CONFIDENCE
By the end, you'll have the knowledge and skills you need to play bar chords in any position on the guitar and in any key.
The Bar Chord Masterclass will give you confidence to play in any key, at any position on the neck.
THE BAR CHORD
MASTERCLASS
+ FULL COURSE LIBRARY
+ FULL COMMUNITY ACCESS
$129
per year
Want a sneak peek inside the course? Start Phase 1 for free here.
30 Days
Plus, You'll Be Backed by a Risk-Free 30-Day Money Back Guarantee
When you purchase the Bar Chord Masterclass, you will have 30 days to make sure it works for you. If you put in the time, we are confident that you will start to see results and be on your way to playing bar chords like you've always dreamed. If you don’t feel confident that you are progressing after you’ve done the work, simply contact us, and we'll refund your full investment, no questions asked.
Important questions you may have before grabbing access to the Bar Chord Masterclass course:
Q: Is this course for beginner or advanced players? A: The Bar Chord Masterclass is for beginners all the way through an upper-intermediate level of playing.
Q: What is included in the Bar Chord Masterclass? A: You get access to the full course (12 Phases), the eBook, the Guitar Fam forum, email support, jam tracks, and practice sessions.
Q: What if the course doesn’t work for me? A: We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. All we ask is that you give the course a genuine effort.
Q: What if I need extra help with a specific topic or skill? A: There are many ways to get support: submitting videos for feedback, the Guitar Fam forum, email help, or even private lessons with Nate.
Q: What’s the difference between Lifetime Access and Premium Membership? A: Lifetime Access ($197) gives you permanent access to the course. The Premium Membership ($129/year) gives you access to the full Guitar Fam library, including this course, and our monthly Growth Group, for one year.
Q: How does this help me play the songs I want? A: The Bar Chord Masterclass takes you step-by-step through the 10 foundational bar chord shapes. Once you understand these smaller elements, playing more complicated and advanced songs becomes more doable. You will also be able to jam with other guitarists without being stuck with the same open chords they're playing.
Q: What if I feel like I'm too old to learn how to play the guitar? A: We help older students learn the guitar all of the time, and we built the Bar Chord Masterclass to start from the ground up. It has guided practice sessions, jam tracks and the eBook to make learning as easy as possible.
Q: How much time do I need to dedicate to this to see progress? A: If you’re willing to spend 15–30 minutes a day, 4–6 days a week, you can absolutely unlock the ability to play bar chords in any position across the neck.
Don't let bar chords hold you back anymore.
Finally play the songs you love.
THE BAR CHORD
MASTERCLASS
+ FULL COURSE LIBRARY
+ FULL COMMUNITY ACCESS
$129
per year
Want a sneak peek inside the course? Start Phase 1 for free here.
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