Archive for the 'Advanced Guitar Lessons' Category

Learning to Play Guitar Chords

Wednesday, March 14th, 2007

The final stage in learning to play guitar is learning to play the chords. This is the most satisfying part of learning the guitar because the beginner will already be playing music with the instrument. Playing a chord simply means striking simultaneously at least two or three strings on the guitar.
In order to [...]

Tips for Tuning Your Guitar

Wednesday, December 27th, 2006

The guitar is such a simple and convenient instrument: just open the case and start playing. Well, its not THAT simple. A good practice before playing the guitar is to tune it first.
Tuning the guitar prior to playing it will ensure that you create harmonious music; for each string has a specific [...]

Secrets to Learning Chord Structure

Friday, December 1st, 2006

A technical knowledge of harmony is not an absolute prerequisite to the enjoyment of music, but the amateur musician and listener alike should be aware of harmony as an element of guitar chord structure. He should be cognizant of certain basic principles, properties and uses of this element.
Harmony as an element is more sophisticated [...]