technique
Math Rock Guitar: Odd Rhythms, Tapping, and Angular Chord Voicings
Master math rock guitar techniques including tapping patterns, odd time signatures, and unconventional chord voicings used by progressive and math rock bands.
Guitar Technique
Guitar Technique Lessons – Page 14
Develop the physical skills behind reliable guitar playing, from essential hand position and articulation to speed, accuracy, and expressive control.
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technique
Microtonal Bends and Quarter-Tone Bends on Guitar: Adding Emotion to Every Note
Learn microtonal and quarter-tone bending techniques on guitar - the subtle pitch inflections that give blues, country, and world music solos their emotional depth and character.
chords
Moveable Chord Shapes on Guitar: Play Any Chord Anywhere on the Neck
Master moveable chord shapes and unlock the ability to play any chord in any key without open strings or special fingerings.
tuning
Open A Tuning on Guitar: How to Tune, Play, and Use It
Learn open A tuning on guitar (EAEAC#E) - how to tune up, basic chord shapes, slide guitar applications, and famous songs in open A. A practical guide for intermediate players.
technique
Pedal Tone Guitar Technique: How to Use Drone Notes in Your Playing
Learn how to use pedal tones on guitar - sustained drone notes that create harmonic tension and movement. Includes examples, exercises, and applications in rock, classical, and country styles.
acoustic
Percussive Acoustic Guitar: Slap, Tap, and Body Percussion Techniques
Master percussive acoustic guitar techniques including slap harmonics, body tapping, and thumb slaps to add rhythm and texture to your playing.
technique
Pinch Harmonics on Guitar: How to Get That Squealing Sound
Learn how to play pinch harmonics on guitar - the high-pitched squeal technique used in rock and metal. Includes technique breakdown, right-hand position, and tips for consistent harmonics.
chords
How to Play Guitar in Any Key Without a Capo
Master transposition and moveable chord shapes to play in any key. Learn the number system and practical techniques for key changes without a capo.
chords
Reggae Guitar Chords: Skank Rhythm, Upstrokes & Progressions
Learn reggae guitar chords and the skank rhythm, including off-beat upstrokes, muting, compact voicings, common progressions, and practice advice.
Guitar Technique
How to Re-Harmonize a Chord Progression on Guitar
Learn how to re-harmonize chord progressions on guitar. Replace ordinary chords with more colorful substitutes to transform familiar songs and create original, sophisticated harmony.
technique
Playing Rhythm and Lead Guitar at the Same Time
Master the art of combining rhythm and lead guitar using Travis picking, chord melody, and thumb independence techniques.
voicings
Rootless Chord Voicings on Guitar: How to Sound Like a Pro
Learn rootless voicings to sound sophisticated and professional. Master jazz voicings without the root, work with bass players, and expand harmonic vocabulary.
rhythm
How to Play Shuffle Rhythm on Guitar: The Complete Guide
Master shuffle rhythm and swing feel. Learn triplet subdivisions, shuffle strumming patterns, and how to practice with a metronome for blues and jazz.
chord theory
Slash Chords on Guitar: What They Are and How to Play Them
Learn how to play slash chords like C/G and Am/E. Master bass note voicings, walking basslines, and common shapes for deeper harmonic control.
practice
Why Practicing Guitar Slowly Is the Fastest Way to Improve
Learn why slow practice is the most effective technique for guitar improvement. Includes how to set the right tempo, when to speed up, and a practical slow-practice routine.
Guitar Technique
String Skipping on Guitar: Build Speed and Interval Vocabulary
Learn string skipping technique on guitar - how to skip strings for wider intervals, build fretboard fluency, and play melodic lines that stand out from standard scale runs.
technique
Sweep Picking on Guitar: A Practical Beginner's Introduction
Learn sweep picking on guitar with this step-by-step guide. Understand the mechanics, practice the right way, and avoid the common mistakes that slow guitarists down.
rhythm
Syncopation on Guitar: How to Play Off the Beat and Sound Great
Learn syncopation for guitar players. Understand what syncopation is, why it makes grooves feel more alive, and how to practice it with chord strumming and rhythm patterns.
music theory
Tension and Release on Guitar: How to Make Your Playing More Musical
Master the concept of musical tension and release to create compelling, expressive guitar performances that captivate listeners.
Guitar Technique
Thumb-Over Guitar Technique: The Hendrix Approach to Chord Grips
Learn the thumb-over technique used by Jimi Hendrix and other legendary guitarists. Discover how wrapping your thumb over the neck unlocks chord voicings and bass notes that standard grips cannot reach.
ear-training
How to Transcribe Guitar Parts by Ear from Recordings
Learn step-by-step techniques to transcribe guitar parts by ear, including identifying chord types, using slow-down tools, and building your transcription workflow.
technique
Travis Picking: How to Learn the Alternating Bass Fingerpicking Pattern
Learn Travis picking on guitar - the alternating bass fingerpicking technique used in folk, country, and blues. Includes step-by-step pattern breakdown, chord applications, and practice tips.
arrangement
How to Play Guitar in a Duo: Tips for Two-Guitar Arrangements
Master two-guitar arrangement techniques including rhythm and lead roles, complementary voicings, register separation, and musical conversation between guitars.
technique
How to Use Open Strings on Guitar: Creating Resonance and Color
Learn how to incorporate open strings into your guitar playing for richer sound, unique chord voicings, and that distinctive ringing quality in folk, country, and rock.
