Fingerpicking is a style of playing the guitar that requires playing the individual notes of a chord rather than strumming the chords as a group. This produces tonal qualities that are both polyphonic and harmonic, giving color to the song. Unfortunately, fingerstyle is not that easy. This technique requires deft fingers, but you shouldn’t be …
If you’re a guitarist looking to explore new songwriting and melodic ideas, then you should definitely explore alternate guitar tunings. And while Drop A may not be the first one that comes to mind, it is a hidden gem. In this comprehensive guide, we will take you through everything you need to know about the …
If playing the piano always felt intimidating because of the difficulty of classical music, this article is for you! Along with being fun to play, thanks to their catchy tunes and easy forms, these songs make the learning process a lot easier. The songs on this list are great for beginners because of their repetitive …
If you’re a fan of rock or metal music, I’m sure you’ve at least noticed how the guitarists from your favorite bands tend to have a heavier, grittier tone. It’s likely not some secret effect pedal they are using. Often, the magic is also in the tuning, and drop C is a wildly popular tuning …
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 …
The best way to grow as a guitarist is to expose yourself to a wide variety of genres, playing styles, and time signatures! While most of us start our guitar-playing journey by learning to play simple 4/4 songs, things get really interesting when you add more rhythm patterns into the mix, like the 6/8 pattern. …
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, …