Jacob Lamb from Guitar Tricks has an awesome tutorial for you on playing the classic Christmas carol I Saw Three Ships. He breaks it down into three simple parts so you can learn it at your own pace and even impress your friends during the holidays.

Today, we’re diving into the world of shuffle grooves! Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced player, these five grooves will get your fingers moving and your rhythm tight. 

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.

If you're looking to dive into the world of blues guitar, Jacob Lamb at Guitar Tricks has you covered with a lesson that explores ten blues riffs, progressing from beginner to advanced. This lesson is packed with tips on classic blues techniques and features everything from simple scales to complex string skipping.

Hitting roadblocks while learning guitar is totally normal, whether it’s your first day or years in. Here’s how to keep your practice sessions fun and meaningful so it feels less like a chore and more like play.

When you’re starting out on guitar, it’s easy to get caught up in exercises like the classic “Spider Fingers.” This popular exercise has you play up and down four consecutive frets to strengthen your fingers. While Spider Fingers can help build technique, there’s an even better approach that gets you playing real music faster—learning scales.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.