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 […]
How to Play the D9 Chord on Guitar?
Not all chord charts include D9, a distinctive-sounding guitar chord. But if you’re looking to move past your typical guitar chords, the D9 chord is a new and exciting one to learn! What’s a D9 Chord? The D9 chord is pronounced as the “D dominant ninth” or “D9” chord. A dominant ninth chord includes the […]
How to Play the E9 chord on Guitar?
Unless you’re a guitar player who plays a lot of funk songs, you may not have encountered an E9 guitar chord in your life. Read on to learn it and start adding it to your repertoire! What’s the E9 Chord? A dominant ninth chord (not to be confused with a major ninth chord) builds on […]
How to Play the Gmaj7 Chord on Guitar
With all the characters present in this chord, it would be easy to quickly assume that it is one of those fancy chords beyond the reach of the casual or beginner guitarist. However, though its implementation is often found in more Jazz-based music, or genres with a keener and/or more adept sense of harmonic complexity, […]
How to Play the Eb Guitar Chord?
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 […]
How to Play 2 – 5 – 1 Chord Progression
Numbers, numbers, as far as the musical eye can see! I’m willing to bet that if I asked all present to raise their hands if they’d ever heard of a 2-5-1 chord progression, the whole digital room would be full of arms outstretched. I am also willing to wager that the room would continue thus […]
How to Play the Db Chord on Guitar
If you’re looking for the “right” way to play the Db guitar chord, we’re explaining barre chords and some alternate voicing. Video lesson included!
Drop C Songs on Guitar
Particularly if you’re a metal or hard rock guitarist, you may have found that drop tunings can create a whole new sound. Playing tuned down gives rhythm guitar some extra power and lends leads some extra bite. In this article, we’ll talk you through tuning down and introduce you to some drop C songs to […]
Jingle Bell Chords for Guitar
The song “Jingle Bells” is a Christmas classic. And if you’re preparing yourself to get into the holiday spirit, you might want to start learning to play it now! In this article, we’ll show you the Jingle Bell chords you need to play this iconic song. Who Wrote Jingle Bells? Some people claim that Jingle […]
Wagon Wheel Chords No Capo
Though it’s a humble story of a hitchhiker traveling to see his lover, “Wagon Wheel” is easily one of the most popular and memorable country-infused songs in recent history. And regardless of the genre you play, it’s a great song to have in your repertoire. In this article, we’ll introduce you to the Wagon Wheel […]
How to Play DM Chord?
Chords accomplish a lot in music — they convey emotion that can be challenging to get across in lyrics. Today, we’ll be looking at the useful Dm guitar chord and several different ways to play it and use it. What’s the Dm Guitar Chord? Like a lot of minor chords, Dm could be classified as […]
How to Play Abm Guitar Chord?
A flat minor, or Abm, isn’t often one of the first chords beginners learn. A lot of new guitarists learn some open major chords, some open minor chords, and some open seventh chords. The Abm guitar chord is a step up as it’s commonly played as a barre chord. Let’s take a look at Abm […]
Drop A Songs on Guitar
There’s nothing quite like a guitar with a growling low end. And if you play heavier genres of music, you may already be familiar with drop tuning and what it can do for your sound. Though drop A tuning is a little less common than some other lowered tunings (like drop D), it has the […]
How to Play C7 Guitar Chord?
The C7 guitar chord, also called the C7 dom, has an upbeat and cheery feel. It can bring hope to a song, no matter the genre. The C7 chord is the perfect way to add a twist to the C chord, as it adds a seventh interval. The easiest way to learn the C7 chord […]
How to Play G7 Guitar Chord?
The G7 guitar chord has a bright and cheerful feel, created through the seventh interval. The most common genres that use it are the blues and funk options due to the upbeat and groovy sounds offered. G7 is easy for beginners to learn, especially when using the fourth position or the open string methods. There […]
Learning Reggae Made Easy
When you hear a reggae song, it’s hard not to think of island breezes, the sun on your skin, and sand between your toes. And playing reggae, especially a group, is a fun yet meditative exercise in rhythm. Don’t worry if you’re still very new to guitar—reggae guitar chord progressions aren’t too hard to get […]
Easy Tutorial for Left Handed Guitar Chords
Even though playing left handed has its own unique challenges, learning to play guitar left handed isn’t all that different from learning right handed guitar.