Viva La Vida Guitar Tutorial (4-Chord Song on Guitar) Coldplay

The chords in question are: C, D, G and E minor.

Aside from the chords, there’s a strumming pattern and this is probably the trickiest part in this one. The strumming pattern itself isn’t too hard, but we need to split it over 2 chords (switch chords halfway through the pattern). We work out the timing, counting it out and making sure you get the strokes right. SO many people (and teachers!) overlook this very important step when it comes to putting the chords and strumming together.

We go over all of that with you, and then play the entire tune together. Hope you enjoy the lesson!

James