Learn to Play "Wonderful Tonight" by Eric Clapton – Beginner Guitar Lesson

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Hey everyone! Today, we're learning one of the most iconic love songs of all time—"Wonderful Tonight" by Eric Clapton. This song is a must-know for any guitarist, and the good news is that it's beginner-friendly!

Chords You'll Need

For this lesson, we'll be using just four easy chords:

• G
• Em
• C
• D

If you're comfortable with these chords, you're already halfway there!

Strumming Pattern

To keep things simple, we're using a consistent strumming pattern:

D U D U D U D U

This steady rhythm helps keep the song flowing smoothly and gives it that classic Clapton feel.

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Picking & Melody

Along with the strumming, I'll also show you an easy picking pattern that captures the song’s melody beautifully. Even if you're new to fingerpicking, don't worry—I break it down step by step in the lesson!

Why You’ll Love This Lesson

• Beginner-friendly – Simple chords and an easy strumming pattern
• Sounds great on acoustic – Perfect for solo performances
• Iconic love song – Great for playing for friends, family, or that special someone

Watch the Full Tutorial👉Wonderful Tonight Guitar Tutorial

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Give it a try, and let me know how you're doing in the comments! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share for more guitar tutorials.

Keep pickin’! 🎸

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