Muted guitar rhythms didn't just start with Rock music. The way we use it today has been around since the turn of the 20th century when country and blues guitar...
If you are a connoisseur of blues styles, you've probably explored at least some of the legends' work. Fred McDowell, John Lee Hooker, Blind Willie Johnson, amo...
If you own an acoustic guitar and play it regularly, there's a chance you have tried to write your own songs, or learn covers of others'. And, perhaps, you've c...
If you are a fan of soul music, it is not hard to notice how vital a part the guitar player has in the arrangement of most songs. Players like Johnny Watson, Wo...
One of the most essential skills for any jazz guitar player to learn is comping in a trio setting. Nailing the harmonic texture, navigating odd meters, and sitt...
Starting to learn classical guitar may seem daunting - even to those who play other styles of guitar! However, getting your feet wet with this genre is easier t...
If you aspire to become a skilled jazz musician, learning to improvise is essential. And when improving your improvisational skills, learning to build compellin...
If you are here reading this blog, you have probably become interested enough in fretless bass guitar to either purchase one, or learn more about its potential....
It’s been staring at you from the closet. A busy career, long days at the office, too much time on the road… and now the holidays. All of it has kept that old g...
If you are striving to become a seasoned blues guitar player, learning the art of crafting compelling chord melodies is essential. Learning to solo is one thing...
When learning to play rock on the guitar, it's natural to long to play quick, flashy solos like the legends. One truly efficacious way to gain this skill is by ...
Of all the ’60s guitar heroes, Eric Clapton has had the most consistent and enduring career. What better way to celebrate solo guitar than to explore a few of h...