How to communicate effectively with other musicians
This past weekend I had a really cool opportunity to help out on the sound crew for a pretty good sized outdoor concert. To give…
13 Ways to Spiff Up a Lowly “G” Chord
The G chord is one of the first chords every guitarist learns — and for most players, it stays exactly the same forever. That’s a…
A Bread and Butter Blues Lick — With That Double Stop
Most guitar players have a handful of licks they reach for constantly. Not flashy showpieces — just solid, reliable phrases that fit the feel and…
The #1 Slash Chord On Guitar
A slash chord is just a regular chord with a different note in the bass. You’ll see them written as something like D/F# or C/G…
The E Minor Chords You’ve Never Seen: Two Sweet Open Chord Voicings
Everyone knows the standard E minor chord — two fingers, six strings, done. It’s one of the first chords you learn, and most players never…
How Many Guitar Scales Are There? Exploring the Infinite Possibilities of Scale Construction
If you’ve ever stared at a scale chart and wondered how guitarists could possibly memorize all of them — you’re not alone. The short answer…