• Rhythm: Up-tempo bluegrass rhythms follow 16th note strum patterns. Count ‘1 e & a 2 e & a 3 e & a 4 e & a’ to keep time while strumming along with down- and upstrokes. • Scales: Guitar solos are ...

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The A major pentatonic, A minor pentatonic and Mixolydian are great places to start and we'll show you how ...

Guitar lessons: The CAGED system is a well known approach that makes it very easy to access any chord across the whole neck. Today, we’re applying it to major and minor chords. If you already know the ...

These days, there's no shortage of ways to learn guitar. Of course, on the one hand, you've got the tried-and-true old-school methods, like private lessons, group classes, and even sheet music. And ...

Trying to learn to play the guitar isn't always fun. The learning curve is notoriously steep—especially at the very beginning. Some days, even picking up your instrument can seem like a pretty ...

Looking to pick up a new skill with the extra time on your hands? Follow along for a look at how to learn to play guitar, bass, and ukelele with the Fender Play app on iPhone and iPad, as well as some ...

The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. I was put off learning an instrument when I was 11. An unhelpful music ...

When Sydney's lockdown lifted, musician Lauren McAuliffe could not wait to return to gigs and see her favourite local bands play — but she was disappointed. Something was missing. "There were a few ...