Metal is a music genre that has progressed in many phases over the years. It’s not always an easy genre for beginner guitarists to learn, either. To master metal music on a guitar takes excellent command of the staccato, mastering power chords, palm-muting, and forceful rhythm. The harmonic traits of true metal songs are also …
Aspiring rock stars and live band performers should always consider two things whenever starting on their journey. The first is to get a good electric guitar that they can get familiar with and comfortable playing. The second is to choose the right songs to help you learn the fundamentals of playing an electric guitar. You’ll …
The music of The Beatles lives on in every seasoned performer, aspiring artist, and even ordinary people who draw inspiration from the Fab Four’s countless songs. Their songs continue to be streamed and downloaded from online platforms, giving contemporary listeners a taste of the music that defined an era. Any Beatles song is an essential …
As music lovers, we’ve all heard the old thumb rule to check whether a song is in a major or minor key. It’s often said, “if it sounds happy, it’s in a major key, and if it sounds sad, that’s a minor key.” Well, buckle up because you’re in for a surprise. There are breakup …
People can have different opinions as to what can be considered an intermediate guitar song. Some say that a song that has more than 5 or 7 chords to play qualifies as a piece for intermediate guitar players. Some might also consider a song that uses more advanced techniques as an intermediate song. In general, …
Alternate tunings are a way to explore your melodic and songwriting capabilities, and DADGAD is a great one. This alternate tuning is easy for guitarists of all skill levels and is great fun to play and compose on. Not to mention, you will find some of the most iconic songs by bands like Led Zeppelin …
Every day I see more and more kids around me picking up the guitar as their instrument of choice, and I love that! It’s great to know that the future of guitar playing is safe and well in their creative hands. And even if these bright young minds have only recently started out on their …
I always tell aspiring new guitarists to consider going for a classical guitar. Depending on what type of music you want to play, of course, as the sound is softer and mellower than the twangy sound of steel strings. The nylon strings on a classical guitar will be easier on a beginner’s fingertips as they …
Learning to play the bass guitar is similar to learning to play a traditional guitar. There are fewer chords to master, and the fingering techniques are not as complicated as the ones used in an acoustic guitar. The strings are heavier, though, making finger strength and dexterity very important. Of course, when starting out, it’s …
Even in the 21st century, folk songs retain their timeless appeal to people around the world. Traditional folk songs have served an important purpose in passing down tales through generations, and reliving this heritage through these songs is a beautiful feeling. The best part? Most folk songs are quite easy to play and can be …