Long Cool Woman In A Black Dress-The Hollies

How to play Long Cool Woman In A Black Dress-The Hollies by Unknown on guitar

This song is a great beginner pick because it moves with a steady, cool groove and feels strong right away. You get a classic rock pulse that is easy to lock into, so it is fun to play even before everything is perfect.

You can lean on the open shapes E, Em, and A for most of the feel, but B and C#m will ask for cleaner barre control. The main change to watch is the opening move from B to E and then to Em, since that shift can catch your hand if you rush it.

Start by looping the opening progression slowly until the shape changes feel automatic. Then add the rest of the song in small sections, keeping your hand relaxed and your timing steady. Once the chords are smooth, bring it up to full speed and focus on staying in the groove.

Use the play-along above to follow each chord change in time with the music, or learn the shapes first with the chord diagrams below.