How do I play the A chord?
How many ways can you play A on guitar? ( Heaps! ) The chord of A major is able to be played several different ways on guitar. The way to play it depends on the style of the song you need it for, and the finger choices depend on the other chords you need to change A to and from . . .
How to play Can’t Help Falling in Love by Elvis Presley
Can’t Help Falling in Love is one of the most famous of all Pop ballads. Written for Elvis Presley’s 1961 film Blue Hawaii it is based on the 18th Century French love song Plaisir d’amour by Jean-Paul Martini . . . .
What is Rhythm-slash Notation?
Rhythm slash notation is a simple, uncluttered system of timing symbols that allow rhythms to be displayed clearly, without having to write full chords in notation . . .
How to play Riptide by Vance Joy
Riptide by Vance Joy is one of the biggest hit songs of the current Pop era. Released in 2013 it became a hit in many countries and has since become a staple of streaming services. The studio recording features distinctive Ukulele strumming but earlier live versions by Vance Joy are played on acoustic guitar. Here’s how to play it on guitar . . .
How do I play the C chord?
The C chord is very important on guitar as it seems to be in almost every guitar song! C is a good, well balanced guitar chord but it’s not the easiest shape for beginner players. Here’s some handy tips to help you improve playing your C chord . . .
How do I play the D chord?
The D chord is one of the more difficult chord shapes for guitar beginners. The position the fingers need to be in feels awkward at first, and it’s hard to get all of the held notes sounding clear. Here are some practice suggestions to help you develop a reliable D . . . .
How do I choose the right guitar for me?
For the adult beginner, or parent of a young beginner, the range available in a well-stocked guitar shop can be overwhelming. Some shops display dozens of instruments, from cheap starters up to expensive professional models . . . .
How do I play the G chord?
The G chord is one of the two most common, most variable chords on guitar (the other one is E minor). Professional players regularly use several shapes of G . . .
How to play L’amour de Ma Vie by Billie Eilish
L’amour de Ma Vie is an old-school Pop progression featuring a laid back, medium-tempo rhythm that gives way, somewhat unexpectedly, to an EDM nightclub feel late in the track. The chord progression features old style ii-V-I harmony with a nice mix of open-position and bar-chord forms, making it a great chord progression for intermediate players.