Are you looking to start writing your first songs and want to know where to begin? What are some of the chords that go together? Where do they go together, and why? All this and more will be addressed today as we take a look at some of the inherent links between your favorite chords […]
How to Play the A# Chord on Guitar
In progressing as guitarists and expanding our repertoire, we ought to seek to fill our minds and fingers with as many chords as possible, even those that might not be so prevalent in our music of choice. We never know when it might turn up, and when we least expect it and have time to […]
The Bridal Chorus “Here Comes the Bride” Chords
Just the words “Here Comes the Bride” can evoke an image of a bride in white marching down the aisle. But did you know this famous song also sounds great played on guitar? Let’s take a look at the “Here Comes the Bride” chords. Is It Really Called “Here Comes the Bride?” If you search […]
Piano Chords for Way Maker
If you’re a fan of worship music, you know that a great song has the power to bring people together. “Way Maker” is powerful modern hymn. Though it’s originally by Sinach, we’ll be taking a look at the version by the band Leeland. Here are the piano chords for Way Maker! Quick Guide: Piano Chords […]
Piano Chords for Hallelujah
Just about everyone is familiar with Leonard Cohen’s legendary song “Hallelujah.” Countless artists have performed covers of it, and if you’re new to piano, you just might want to learn it, too. Let’s take a look at how to play this beautiful song on the piano. A Little About the Song Sometimes, understanding a song’s […]
Easy Piano Chords for a Thousand Years
The song “A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri may have come out several years ago, but it’s still an enduring favorite. And if you’re new to piano, you might be relieved to hear that the song isn’t too terribly difficult to play, either. Let’s take a look at the easy piano chords for A Thousand […]
How to Transpose Guitar Chords to Piano
Maybe you already play guitar and want to branch out and try playing piano. Or maybe you already play both! Either way, you’ll probably run into a situation where you want to convert guitar chords to piano chords. But how do you do that? Let’s take a look. How Do Chords Work? You probably already […]
A6 Guitar Chord – How to Play
Have you been seeing the eponymous A6 guitar chord on various chord diagrams and wondered just what it might mean? Are you in the market to learn some delightful new chords that can expand your ever widening arsenal of chords and ideas? Are you simply curious to learn, no matter what it is? Then you […]
5 Beautiful Chord Progressions You Should Know
Are you often left wondering about the bounds of beauty? Do you wonder just how beautiful it can get? Are you looking to expand your own conception of beauty? What about within the bounds of music? Are you looking to be convinced that beauty is indeed a subjective truth? Then you are in the right […]
Cowboy Chords – What Are They and How to Play Them
Well, well, well, what have we here? Another city slicker looking to make it big out on the open country? Or, perhaps you just came in here from the cold to learn just what all the hubbub is about? Maybe you are someone who likes to be crystal clear with the language and terminology they […]
Drop 2 Voicing – What Are They & Examples
Well, I suppose you are here to expand your knowledge of chordal extension and four-note voicings, eh? Or, perhaps you are simply here out of sheer curiosity’s sake? Or, you might even have found yourself here after hearing your favorite jazz idol speak of this holy grail of harmonic discovery, drop 2 voicings? A drop […]
DADGAD Chords – The Beginners Guide to DADGAD Tuning
If you feel stuck in a rut as a guitarist or songwriter, it can be difficult to get out of it. But one way to revitalize your playing is to experiment with alternate tunings. Different tunings let you experience the guitar in new ways, and they just might inspire you! If you’re new to alternate […]
Guitar Chords for All of Me by John Legend
John Legend is one of the most popular songwriters of our time, and his song “All of Me” has become one of the best-known love songs in recent memory. It’s even had 1.1 billion streams on Spotify! Even if you’re a new guitarist, you’ll likely be able to easily master the chords for this simple […]
A Complete Guide to Slash Chords
So, you are just about sick and tired of regular old chords and want to add some spice to chord structures, whether they be yours or not? Or, perhaps you are simply looking to learn a little more about the way chords work, how they are formed, what they are comprised of, and what they […]
Redemption Song Chords
This seminal song by Bob Marley and the Wailers is oft considered one of his best, and speaks as one of his last statements before his untimely death from cancer in the early 1980s. Herein lies the key to unlocking this powerful and worldly song against authoritarianism and colonial powers. Here are the Redemption Song […]
How to Play the E Dim Chords on Guitar?
Diminished chord tones create an air of uneasiness. And whether you find them through guitar lessons or articles like this one, these guitar chord types can really revolutionize your playing! Today we’ll be looking at two types of E diminished guitar chords. What’s E Diminished? The E dim chords we’ll cover here are based on […]
How to Play the C9 Chord on Guitar?
Learning new guitar chords is one of the most exciting parts of being a guitarist. And today, we’ll venture past the basic chords and take you into the world of dominant ninths with the C9 chord. What Is a C9 Chord? All dominant ninth guitar chords follow the same pattern. In order to figure out […]
How to Transpose Guitar Chords Easy?
We’ve all been in a situation where for whatever reason the chords have simply needed changing. And if you haven’t, chances are that if you have any interest in performing in a group at any point you will be required to do so. What can otherwise seem scarily theoretical is rendered child’s play on a […]
How to Play the E Flat Diminished Chord on Guitar?
The E flat diminished chord has a bizarre, almost dreadful sound when played alone. And if you’ve never heard it before, you might be unsure of how to use it. However, when used properly (it’s most at home in the key of E), it can add just the right amount of tension. Let’s dive into […]
How to Play the B Diminished Chord on Guitar?
If you’re like many guitarists, you want to learn to play as many chord types as possible. Today, we’ll be looking at the dark and mysterious B diminished chord, a chord that can add incredible tension to any guitar or piano piece. What Is a Diminished Chord? If you’ve ever heard a diminished chord played […]