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Posted November 22, 2024
Feel that crisp chill in the air? It’s fall—the season for pumpkin spice lattes, cozy sweaters, and acoustic guitar tunes that make you want to gaze out the window. If you’re looking to bring some expressive, autumn vibes into your playing, it’s time to explore ornamentation and fingerpicking with common open chords.
Posted October 11, 2024
Triads may seem simple, but they’re a game-changer for guitar players. These three-note chords can unlock the fretboard and enhance your understanding of music theory. Triads consist of three notes stacked in thirds. For example, in the C major scale, a C major triad includes C, E, and G. Learning these triads across the fretboard helps you connect the notes and understand chord shapes better.
Posted September 17, 2024
Sometimes in learning how to play guitar, we need some simple guitar exercises to help us along. We've organized this list to get more difficult as it goes along. If some of these guitar exercises are a bit too advanced, there are plenty of beginner guitar lessons worth digging into. Here are the 10 best guitar exerciese that will make you good!
Posted September 13, 2024
This week, Gary shares some cool hacks to help you quickly memorize the guitar fretboard. A lot of guitarists skip this step and rely on patterns or shapes to play, but knowing the notes across the fretboard makes it way easier to move around and unlock new possibilities.
Posted September 6, 2024
If you're serious about improving your guitar skills, you've probably wondered what makes a good guitar practice session. The truth is, there are a few key things that can take your guitar practice routine from meh to amazing. Whether you're working on guitar scales to practice or diving into guitar chord practice, here are five tips to help you get the most out of your time with the guitar.
Posted August 23, 2024
If you’ve been playing for a while or just starting out, these tips will help you take your playing to the next level. We’re going to break things down into manageable pieces by focusing on one octave at a time and even playing scales on just one string.
Posted August 9, 2024
Let's be real, practicing guitar can be tedious. Sticking to a guitar practice routine, staying consistent, carving out guitar scales, stumbling over chord changes. It can be frustrating. That's why we've put together the best guitar practice routine you can use when learning how to play guitar.
Posted August 2, 2024
What's a wah pedal? It's a foot-controlled effects pedal that modulates the tone of your guitar to create a "wah" sound. Think Jimi Hendrix or Slash from Guns N' Roses. That iconic sound you hear in "Voodoo Child" or "Sweet Child O' Mine" – that's the wah pedal in action.
Posted July 26, 2024
Country music has a distinct sound characterized by its twangy, clean, and bright tones. Achieving that signature country guitar tone requires understanding and tweaking several key elements of your gear and playing style. Here's a guide for beginners to help you get started.
Posted July 19, 2024
In folk and Americana music, the right strumming pattern can transform a basic chord progression into a captivating tune. These patterns help you capture the natural, down-to-earth vibe that's so characteristic of the genre. Plus, many folk songs are built around straightforward rhythms, making them perfect practice material for beginners.
Posted June 10, 2024
Learning how to play guitar is a lifelong journey that takes years of dedication. But there are some guitar techniques that can put you years ahead. Here are some guitar tips to save years on your learning journey.
Posted May 31, 2024
New Wave music, born out of the late '70s and early '80s, is a genre that blends rock, pop, and electronic music. Bands developed unique sounds that still inspire musicians today. If you're looking to capture that distinctive New Wave guitar style, here's a quick guide to get you started.
Posted May 17, 2024
Open chords tend to get a bit dull. But there are some easy ways to alter the basic chord shapes you already know and make them sound much more interesting.
Posted May 3, 2024
For any beginner out there, diving into the CAGED system is definitely a worthwhile journey. It'll give you a solid foundation and make the guitar feel less like a foreign object and more like an old friend you know inside out.
Posted April 26, 2024
Diving into blues guitar as a beginner can feel like a thrilling trip back in time, unpacking the soulful sounds that have shaped modern music. To get started, here are some key elements you’ll want to familiarize yourself with.
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