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How to play Sinner by The Last Dinner Party

Sinner by The Last Dinner Party is a great chart for electric guitarists. Although there are only two chords underpinning the whole song there are plenty of tasty lead riffs. From The LDP’s album Prelude to Ecstasy, it features clear, well structured electric guitar solos that even include string bending - lets get into it!

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Is it better to get guitar lessons or to self teach?

Self-taught guitar vs lessons… It’s a question we get asked all the time! Is it worth getting a guitar teacher?

We’re a bit biased here, but get a guitar teacher! We often have students start lessons with us after years of self teaching, and they all say the same thing: “I’ve made more progress learning with you in 6 months than in 3 years of trying by myself!”…

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How to play Hey Brother by Avicii

Hey Brother by Avicii is a great song for acoustic steel-string players. Created by writer-producer Avicii, Hey Brother was the third single from the 2013 mega-platinum album True. From the opening guitar octaves riff to the full-on rhythm of the dance drop, Hey Brother makes a great song chart for acoustic guitarists.

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NEW BOOK : Electric Guitar Solo Styles 1 - Frequently Asked Questions
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NEW BOOK : Electric Guitar Solo Styles 1 - Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to our FAQ for Electric Guitar Solo Style 1 by Michelle Nelson. Whether you’re new to soloing or looking to refine your current guitar skills, we’ve compiled answers to the most common questions about this book. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about who the book is for, how to use it, and what you can expect to learn. Read on to discover how this guide will help transform your guitar playing with loads of good technical advice and cool solos . . .

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How to play Birthday by The Beatles

Birthday by The Beatles is a perfect little rocker for developing electric guitarists! One of the big hits from their 1968 double-album The Beatles (often referred to as “The White album”), Birthday is a light-hearted, blues-based number with clear, distinctive guitar lines.

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End of the Line by the Traveling Wilburys

End of the Line by the Travelling Wilburys is one of the hits from their 1988 album Traveling Wilburys Vol.1. Featuring no less than George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne, the Traveling Wilburys were a breath of fresh air in the late ‘80s. Whilst “just a three-chord song” End of the Line is a perfect demonstration of just how good those three chords can sound! Its a great chart for developing guitarists.

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How to play Happier Than Ever by Billie Eilish
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How to play Happier Than Ever by Billie Eilish

Happier Than Ever by Billie Eilish is the title track from her second album Happier Than Ever. Released in 2021, the casual, old-school guitar style makes it sounds more like a 1950s Country lament until the energy starts to build towards the Grunge/thrash style ending. An intelligent mix of chords and the blending of styles make it a great song for acoustic guitarists.

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How to play Señorita by Shawn Mendes

Señorita is a 2019 hit song by singer Shawn Mendes with Camila Cabello. Initially released on Mendes’ self-titled third album, Señorita became a global hit and has since become one of the most streamed songs of the current decade. With it’s distinctive guitar solo intro and finger-style chord accompaniment it’s a perfect song for nylon-string acoustic players.

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