Altered chords should not scare anyone. Here are five shapes to explore when looking for a chord with some dramatic ...

After all, the guitar can be a tricky instrument on which to conceptualise music theory! All but one of the examples ... mystery’ type chords without having to get our fingers in a twist.

The spider exercise is a great way to increase finger independence on the guitar. It involves moving each finger ...

Because sometimes you need a chord with a little more harmonic intrigue, we take a look at the theory behind embellished chords and how they can be used in everyday playing ...

Every musician has their preferences, but there is one chord that Pete Townshend simply couldn't live without. Read more ...

George Harrison may have been a fairly quiet guitar hero, but when he did speak up, every one of his breaks spoke volumes.

To develop strength in your fingers, utilize a grip strengthener or a soft tennis ball. Simply squeeze the object tightly ...

Chord hieroglyphics can take several forms. We unravel the mysteries of one of the most symbolic and common examples ...

As many critics and moviegoers gush over the new Bob Dylan biopic, A Complete Unknown, Greg Linksman shrugs. He has already ...

This has led to the creation of a stringless guitar, as counterintuitive ... Higher up on the neck are six bars for strumming one or more strings in a chord, and another touchpad is reserved ...

When Carpenter rhymes “singer” with “finger ... on one and three, snares on two and four, hi-hats on every eighth note. The bass dances around this predictable framework, accenting beats one, three ...