Introduction to Blues Guitar The blues is more than a genre—it's a feeling, a way of playing that transforms the guitar into a voice. Whether you're interested in the raw power of BB King, the...
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Introduction to Palm Muting Palm muting is the technique of resting the edge of your picking hand's palm on the strings near the bridge, dampening their vibration while you pick them. This creates a...
Introduction to Vibrato Vibrato is the technique of varying the pitch of a sustained note by oscillating the string's tension. It's one of the most personal aspects of guitar playing—every great...
Introduction to String Bending String bending is one of the most expressive guitar techniques, allowing you to bend a note up or down in pitch without changing frets. Mastering bending is essential...
Introduction to Legato Technique Hammer-ons and pull-offs are two essential legato techniques that allow you to create smooth, connected notes without picking every single note. When executed...
Introduction to Alternate Picking Alternate picking is the fundamental technique that separates fast, fluid guitar playing from clumsy, inefficient picking. When you alternate between downstrokes and...