How to Make Guitar Scales Sound Darker
Every guitarist reaches a point where they want their playing to sound heavier, moodier, more intense. The minor scale already sounds darker than major, but…
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Acoustic Beginner 1 – Your First 3 Chords
When you’re first getting started learning to play the acoustic guitar, don’t allow yourself to become overwhelmed trying to learn tons of chords. This is…
16th Note Strumming Pattern on Guitar
Sixteenth note strumming packs more rhythmic density into each beat than standard eighth note strumming patterns. Where eighth notes give you two pulses per beat,…
Suspended Chords on Guitar: What They Are and How to Use Them
Suspended chords are one of the most versatile tools in your guitar toolkit. They work in nearly every musical style and create beautiful moments of…
Rock and Roll Rhythm Guitar: Second Riff & Endings (Part 2)
Alright, welcome back. This is part 2 of the Rock and Roll Rhythm and Riff lesson, and if you haven’t gone through part 1 with…
How To Practice Guitar Scales
Practicing guitar scales is one of the most effective ways to build finger strength, fretboard knowledge, and the coordination between your picking and fretting hands.…