How to Play Uptown Funk on Guitar

Learn how to play Uptown Funk on guitar with this easy to follow lesson. You’ll be playing the iconic riff and solo in no time!

Choose the right guitar

The first step to playing “Uptown Funk” on guitar is to choose the right guitar. You’ll want to select an electric guitar that has a clean sound. A Fender Stratocaster or Gibson Les Paul are good choices. If you don’t have either of these guitars, any electric guitar will do.

Acoustic or electric?

When it comes to choosing the right guitar, the first question you need to ask yourself is whether you want an acoustic or electric guitar. If you’re not sure, then try both and see which one you prefer. Here are some things to keep in mind when making your decision:

Acoustic guitars are typically played unplugged, without an amplifier. They’re well-suited for folk, country and blues music, and they’re easy to carry around with you. If you’re just starting out, an acoustic guitar might be a good choice for you.

Electric guitars are the choice of most rock and blues bands. They need to be plugged into an amplifier to make their sound louder. Electric guitars are generally heavier than acoustic guitars and can be more difficult to play if you have small hands.

What size guitar?

It is important to choose the right guitar when you are starting to learn how to play. The size of the guitar will determine how easy it is to hold and play. If you choose a guitar that is too big, you may have a hard time reaching the strings and playing chords. If you choose a guitar that is too small, you may get tired of holding it after a while.

The most common sizes of guitars are:
-Concert size: this guitar is about 38 inches (98 cm) long and has a fuller sound. It is a good choice for people who are taller or have larger hands.
-Midsize: this guitar is about 36 inches (91 cm) long and has a balance of tone and volume. It is a good choice for people who are medium height or have medium-sized hands.
-DREADNOUGHT: this guitar is about 42 inches (107 cm) long and has a deep, rich sound. It is a good choice for people who are taller or have large hands.

Learn the chords

If you want to know how to play Uptown Funk on guitar, you need to know the chords. The chords are C, G, D, Em, and A. You can either play them in the order they are listed, or you can play them in any order you like.

A minor

A minor is a minor Scale based on A, with the notes A, B, C, D, E, F, and G. If you are just starting out with learning scales on guitar, the minor Scales are a great place to start. The first thing you need to do is learn the notes that make up this Scale. In the video below we will show you how to find these notes on the guitar using two different positions. After you have learned these positions and can find all of the notes easily, try playing them in order from lowest note to highest note and back again.

D minor

D minor is a minor scale based on D, consisting of the pitches D, E, F, G, A, B♭, and C. Its key signature has one flat.

The D minor scale is:

D E F G A B♭ C

To play a D minor chord, you can use the following fingering on the guitar:

e|--2—-
B|--3—-
G|--2—-
D|--0—-
A|——-
E|——-

G major

G major is a happy, bright sounding chord. It’s frequently used as the I chord in a major key.

To play a G major chord, place your middle finger on the third fret of the low E string, your ring finger on the third fret of the A string, and your index finger on the second fret of the high E string. Strum all six strings together to sound the chord.

Play the melody

Playing the melody of “Uptown Funk” on guitar is a great way to get started with learning this song. The melody is relatively simple, and it’s a great way to get a feel for the rhythm of the song. Once you’ve got the melody down, you can start to add in some of the other elements of the song.

The verse

Uptown Funk is a hit song by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars. The song has a very catchy melody, and is a great one to learn on guitar. The verse of the song is relatively simple, and consists of just a few chords. To play the verse, you will need to know the following chords:

E minor
A major
D major
G major

To play the verse, simply play these chords in order. The chord progression for the verse is as follows:

E minor – A major – D major – G major – E minor – A major – D major

You can strum each chord once per beat, or you can strum each chord twice per beat. Experiment with different strumming patterns to find what sounds best.

The chorus

The chorus of “Uptown Funk” is deceptively simple. It’s just four chords played in quick succession, but they’re all difficult chords for beginners. If you can master them, though, you’ll be able to play the whole song.

The chords you need to know for the chorus are C, D7, Em, and A7. To play them in the order they appear in the song, use your first finger on the sixth string (the low E), your second finger on the fifth string (A), your third finger on the fourth string (D), and your fourth finger on the second string (B). Play all four of these strings open, meaning don’t press down any frets.

Once you’ve got those four chords down, it’s just a matter of moving your fingers to different strings and playing them in quick succession. The exact order is C-D7-Em-A7-C-D7-Em-A7.

Add the bassline

Now that you know the chords, it’s time to add the bassline. The best way to do this is to find the root note of each chord and play it on the low E string. For example, in the G chord, the root note is G so you would play the low E string open. In the C chord, the root note is C so you would play C on the low E string.

Put it all together

Now that you know the individual parts of the song, it’s time to put it all together. Start by playing the chord progression slowly and then gradually increase the tempo. Remember to keep the chords nice and clean. When you’re ready, add in the bass line. Start slowly and then increase the tempo once you have it down.

Once you have both the chords and bass down, you can start working on the lead guitar part. This is the most challenging part of the song, so take your time and don’t get frustrated. Start by learning the solo at half speed and then gradually increase the tempo until you can play it at full speed.

Now that you know how to play all of the parts, it’s time to put them all together and play the song from start to finish. Start by playing along with a metronome or drumbeat at a slow tempo. Once you have the hang of it, gradually increase the tempo until you can play it at full speed.