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Guitar Lessons for Beginners Archive - Free Guitar Lessons Online - Acoustic and Electric Guitar Lessons
Learning to play guitar is a challenge, but with this series of free online guitar lessons, complete with popular songs to practice, you'll begin to improve immediately.
Learning to play guitar is a challenge, but with this series of free online guitar lessons, complete with popular songs to practice, you'll begin to improve immediately.
Free Guitar Lessons - Beginner Guitar Lesson One - A Free Online Guide to Teach You How to Play Guitar From Scratch
An online guide, containing free guitar lessons to help you play play guitar. Pull out that old guitar in the basement, and you can start learning within minutes.
An online guide, containing free guitar lessons to help you play play guitar. Pull out that old guitar in the basement, and you can start learning within minutes.
How To Read Guitar Tab
A detailed explanation of how to read guitar tablature, so you can use the tens of thousands of guitar tabs on the web.
A detailed explanation of how to read guitar tablature, so you can use the tens of thousands of guitar tabs on the web.
Learning Guitar - Lesson One - Learning Basic Chords
In this online lesson to help you start playing guitar, we examine how to play G major, C major, and D major chords.
In this online lesson to help you start playing guitar, we examine how to play G major, C major, and D major chords.
Easy Song Tabs - The best easy guitar songs to play from the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s - featuring tablature, lyrics and words, song info and more
A collection of easy to play tablature, from songs written in the 1960s. Lyrics, words, album information and more are included for each song.
A collection of easy to play tablature, from songs written in the 1960s. Lyrics, words, album information and more are included for each song.
100 Greatest Guitar Solos - Tablature for the greatest guitar solos of all time
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
Learning Guitar - Lesson One - Learning First Songs
In this lesson on how to start playing guitar, we use G, C, and D chords to play several popular songs.
In this lesson on how to start playing guitar, we use G, C, and D chords to play several popular songs.
Learning Guitar - Lesson One - Learning About the Parts of a Guitar
Learn the various parts of a guitar, via these online lessons offering instructions on how to start playing guitar.
Learn the various parts of a guitar, via these online lessons offering instructions on how to start playing guitar.
Learning Guitar - Lesson One - Playing a Scale
In this lesson on how to start playing guitar, we examine how to tune the instrument, and how to play a chromatic scale.
In this lesson on how to start playing guitar, we examine how to tune the instrument, and how to play a chromatic scale.
Learning Guitar - Lesson One - How to Hold a Guitar
In this lesson on how to start playing guitar, we examine the proper way to hold the guitar.
In this lesson on how to start playing guitar, we examine the proper way to hold the guitar.
Learning Guitar - Lesson One - Tuning
In this lesson on how to start playing guitar, we examine how to tune the guitar.
In this lesson on how to start playing guitar, we examine how to tune the guitar.
Guitar Chord Library - Look up Guitar Chords - Illustrated Pages of Guitar Chords
Trying to find out how to play a specific guitar chord? This handy page provides illustrations of hundreds of different guitar chords.
Trying to find out how to play a specific guitar chord? This handy page provides illustrations of hundreds of different guitar chords.
Learning Guitar - Lesson One - How to Hold a Pick
In this lesson on how to start playing guitar, we examine the proper way to hold a pick.
In this lesson on how to start playing guitar, we examine the proper way to hold a pick.
How To Read Guitar Tab - A Detailed Explanation of How to Read Guitar Chords
A detailed explanation of how to read guitar tablature, so you can use the tens of thousands of guitar tabs on the web.
A detailed explanation of how to read guitar tablature, so you can use the tens of thousands of guitar tabs on the web.
Easy Guitar Tabs - Simple guitar tabs to play, organized by band
Looking for easy songs to play on guitar? Download a hand-selected group of simple songs here, listed by artist.
Looking for easy songs to play on guitar? Download a hand-selected group of simple songs here, listed by artist.
Learning Guitar - Beginner Guitar Lesson One - Practice Schedule
In this section of your first online lesson on how to start playing guitar, we summarize what we've learned, and learn how to go about practicing it.
In this section of your first online lesson on how to start playing guitar, we summarize what we've learned, and learn how to go about practicing it.
Learning Guitar - Lesson Two - An Online Guide to Playing Guitar
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
A Step-by-Step Guide
The real reason most new guitarists tend to sound bad is because their instrument isn't in tune. Here is a guitar tuning tutorial that, with a little practice, should allow you to keep your instrument in tune.
The real reason most new guitarists tend to sound bad is because their instrument isn't in tune. Here is a guitar tuning tutorial that, with a little practice, should allow you to keep your instrument in tune.
Learning Guitar - Lesson One - Examining the Neck of the Guitar
Learn the various parts of a guitar, via these online lessons offering instructions on how to start playing guitar.
Learn the various parts of a guitar, via these online lessons offering instructions on how to start playing guitar.
Learning Guitar - Free Beginner Lesson Two - Names of the Guitar Strings
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
How To Read Guitar Tab - A Detailed Explanation of How to Read Bends, Slides, and More
A detailed explanation of how to read guitar tablature, so you can use the tens of thousands of guitar tabs on the web.
A detailed explanation of how to read guitar tablature, so you can use the tens of thousands of guitar tabs on the web.
Beginner Acoustic Guitars
Looking for beginner acoustic guitar recommendations? Here are ten low cost acoustic guitars that should get you started strumming, while keeping your bankbook happy. Hand-picked by your About.com Guideto Guitar.
Looking for beginner acoustic guitar recommendations? Here are ten low cost acoustic guitars that should get you started strumming, while keeping your bankbook happy. Hand-picked by your About.com Guideto Guitar.
100 Greatest Guitar Solos - Tablature for solos 11 - 20
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
Changing Your Guitar Strings
Changing guitar strings can be an intimidating process, but it's something that every guitarist must learn to do. Learn to change strings on an acoustic guitar with this step-by-step visual guide.
Changing guitar strings can be an intimidating process, but it's something that every guitarist must learn to do. Learn to change strings on an acoustic guitar with this step-by-step visual guide.
Learning Guitar - Beginner Lesson Two - E Phrygian Scale
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
Learning Guitar - Free Guitar Lesson Two - Learning to Strum
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
100 Greatest Guitar Solos - Tablature for solos 21 - 30
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
Learning Guitar - Beginner Guitar Lesson Two - Learning More Chords
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
Learning Guitar - Free Lesson Two - Learning Songs
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
100 Greatest Guitar Solos - Tablature for solos 31 - 40
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
Blank Sheet Music
Looking for blank sheet music to download and print? Look no further, here is free printable staff paper, blank guitar tab sheets, and empty chord charts to write your sheet music on.
Looking for blank sheet music to download and print? Look no further, here is free printable staff paper, blank guitar tab sheets, and empty chord charts to write your sheet music on.
100 Greatest Guitar Solos - Tablature for solos 41 - 50
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
Beginner Electric Guitars
Thinking of making your first electric guitar purchase? Looking for recommendations on which guitar is the best to buy? Here are five of the best low-cost guitars on the market.
Thinking of making your first electric guitar purchase? Looking for recommendations on which guitar is the best to buy? Here are five of the best low-cost guitars on the market.
100 Greatest Guitar Solos - Tablature for solos 51 - 60
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
Power Chords - Beginner Guitar Lesson - Learning Guitar Lesson Four - Power Chords
Lesson four of an online guide, this page will teach the basics of playing power chords. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Lesson four of an online guide, this page will teach the basics of playing power chords. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Easy Song Tabs - The best easy guitar songs to play from the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s - featuring tablature, lyrics and words, song info and more
A collection of easy to play tablature, from songs written in the 2000s. Lyrics, words, album information and more are included for each song.
A collection of easy to play tablature, from songs written in the 2000s. Lyrics, words, album information and more are included for each song.
100 Greatest Guitar Solos - Tablature for solos 61 - 70
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
Learning Guitar - Beginner Guitar Lesson 3 - Overview
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
100 Greatest Guitar Solos - Tablature for solos 91 - 100
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
Beginner Guitar Lesson 3 - Learning Guitar - - The A Blues Scale
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Beginner Strumming Patterns
One aspect of learning guitar that is rarely discussed in detail is the use of strumming patterns. Learning a few basic strums will allow novice guitarists to sound like a pro. This lesson gives detail on some of these easy patterns.
One aspect of learning guitar that is rarely discussed in detail is the use of strumming patterns. Learning a few basic strums will allow novice guitarists to sound like a pro. This lesson gives detail on some of these easy patterns.
100 Greatest Guitar Solos - Tablature for solos 71 - 80
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
100 Greatest Guitar Solos - Tablature for solos 81 - 90
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
A listing of the top 100 rated guitar solos of all time, with tablature for each.
Children's Song Chords
Guitar chords for many classic children's songs. You'll also find children's song lyrics here.
Guitar chords for many classic children's songs. You'll also find children's song lyrics here.
Beginner Guitar Lesson 3 - Learning Guitar - - New chords
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover minor chords, an e phrygian scale, strumming patterns, and playing songs.
Learning Guitar - Lessong Five - Twelve Bar Blues - Learning how to play a simple 12 bar blues shuffle
Lesson five of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we'll explore learning the chords to a 12 bar blues in the key of A.
Lesson five of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we'll explore learning the chords to a 12 bar blues in the key of A.
Switching Chords Quickly
The primary reason beginner guitarists have trouble switching chords quickly has nothing to do with their fingers, or the way they're sitting, or anything physical at all. This feature provides pointers on switching chords quickly.
The primary reason beginner guitarists have trouble switching chords quickly has nothing to do with their fingers, or the way they're sitting, or anything physical at all. This feature provides pointers on switching chords quickly.
Change Acoustic Guitar Strings
Changing guitar strings can be an intimidating process, but it's something that every guitarist must learn to do. Learn to change strings on an acoustic guitar with this step-by-step visual guide.
Changing guitar strings can be an intimidating process, but it's something that every guitarist must learn to do. Learn to change strings on an acoustic guitar with this step-by-step visual guide.
Learning Guitar - Beginner Guitar Lesson Five - The B minor chord
Lesson five of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, learn the basics of playing barre chords, through playing the B minor chord.
Lesson five of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, learn the basics of playing barre chords, through playing the B minor chord.
Beginner Guitar Lesson - Learning to Play Guitar Lesson Four - Introduction
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Learning Guitar - Free Beginner Lesson Two - Practice Schedule
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this part of the lesson, we review what we've learned in lesson two, and set up a practice schedule.
Lesson two of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this part of the lesson, we review what we've learned in lesson two, and set up a practice schedule.
Acoustic or Electric Guitar?
Trying to figure out whether it's best to learn on an acoustic or electric guitar? This feature should help to provide insight into what's better for a beginner to start playing guitar on.
Trying to figure out whether it's best to learn on an acoustic or electric guitar? This feature should help to provide insight into what's better for a beginner to start playing guitar on.
Beginner Guitar Lesson - Learning Guitar Lesson Four - Learning Note Names
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Beginner Guitar Lesson 3 - Learning Guitar - - New songs
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Tips on Playing Chords - Dead Strings Buzzing Frets Muffled Strings
Having problems getting your chords to ring? Dead or muffled strings getting you down? Take a look at these tips, which should have your chords ringing sweetly in no time.
Having problems getting your chords to ring? Dead or muffled strings getting you down? Take a look at these tips, which should have your chords ringing sweetly in no time.
Alternate Tuning Guide - Open G Tuning - D G D G B D
A tutorial on how to play guitar in open G tuning. Includes tuning tips, mp3s, guitar tab, links to lessons, and more.
A tutorial on how to play guitar in open G tuning. Includes tuning tips, mp3s, guitar tab, links to lessons, and more.
Beginner Guitar Lesson 3 - Learning Guitar - - A New Strum
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
notes on Jimmy Page's solo
Jimmy Page's guitar solo on Stairway to Heaven is one of the classic Led Zeppelin moments. Read all about Jimmy Page's guitar solo on Stairway to Heaven, including the guitar he used, and more.
Jimmy Page's guitar solo on Stairway to Heaven is one of the classic Led Zeppelin moments. Read all about Jimmy Page's guitar solo on Stairway to Heaven, including the guitar he used, and more.
Before You Buy a Beginner Guitar or Bass
version 3.0, Are you considering buying a new guitar, in order to start learning to play? Learn all about the specific guitar best suited for your needs, from your About guide to guitar.
version 3.0, Are you considering buying a new guitar, in order to start learning to play? Learn all about the specific guitar best suited for your needs, from your About guide to guitar.
Buying a Guitar
A detailed article outlining the process of buying a new guitar. Includes strategies on getting a bargain, how to deal with music store pressure, what to look for, things to avoid, and more.
A detailed article outlining the process of buying a new guitar. Includes strategies on getting a bargain, how to deal with music store pressure, what to look for, things to avoid, and more.
Eight Chords You Need to Learn
Here are the eight most essential beginner guitar chords that any new guitarist needs to learn, in order to start playing songs.
Here are the eight most essential beginner guitar chords that any new guitarist needs to learn, in order to start playing songs.
Learning to Solo
n this two-part series on learning the basics of improvising, we study how to play a blues scale, plus go over basic techniques like note bending, and vibrato.
n this two-part series on learning the basics of improvising, we study how to play a blues scale, plus go over basic techniques like note bending, and vibrato.
Learning to Play Guitar - Lesson Five - Barre chords, sharps and flats, guitar tab, and more
Lesson five of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover sharps and flats, barre chord basics, strumming patterns, and include lots of songs to learn.
Lesson five of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover sharps and flats, barre chord basics, strumming patterns, and include lots of songs to learn.
Beginner Guitar Lesson - Learning Guitar Lesson Four - Reviewing an F major chord
Lesson four of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Lesson four of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Love Songs
Stuck for romantic Valentines Day ideas? Here's a collection of romantic love song lyrics and guitar tab, that you can sing to your special someone this Valentines Day, or on any other special day. Love songs range from sweet to totally cheesy.
Stuck for romantic Valentines Day ideas? Here's a collection of romantic love song lyrics and guitar tab, that you can sing to your special someone this Valentines Day, or on any other special day. Love songs range from sweet to totally cheesy.
Beginner Guitar 101
A one stop page for the beginner guitarist, featuring lessons, guitar tabs, beginner guitar recommendations, and more.
A one stop page for the beginner guitarist, featuring lessons, guitar tabs, beginner guitar recommendations, and more.
Paint it Black Tab and Lyrics
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the The Rolling Stones song Paint it Black, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the The Rolling Stones song Paint it Black, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
Learning Guitar Lesson 3 - Practice Schedule
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Bad Moon Rising Tab and Lyrics
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the Creedence Clearwater Revival song Bad Moon Rising, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the Creedence Clearwater Revival song Bad Moon Rising, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
Beginner Bass Guitars
Looking for a beginner bass that will provide you with an excellent instrument to learn on, without breaking the bank? Look no further... here are some specific recommendations for beginner bass guitars, from your About.com Guide to Guitar.
Looking for a beginner bass that will provide you with an excellent instrument to learn on, without breaking the bank? Look no further... here are some specific recommendations for beginner bass guitars, from your About.com Guide to Guitar.
Beginner Guitar Lesson - Learning Guitar Lesson Four - New songs in tablature
As a part of guitar lesson four, here is a collection of guitar tablature which you should be able to play with the chords we have learned.
As a part of guitar lesson four, here is a collection of guitar tablature which you should be able to play with the chords we have learned.
Beginner Guitar Lesson Seven - Hammer-Ons - Free online guitar lesson
Lesson seven of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we study how to execute a guitar technique called a hammer-on.
Lesson seven of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we study how to execute a guitar technique called a hammer-on.
Beginner Guitar Lessons - Movable Chromatic Scale - Free Guitar Lessons Online
Lesson six of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we'll learn how to play a movable two octave chromatic scale on the guitar fretboard.
Lesson six of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we'll learn how to play a movable two octave chromatic scale on the guitar fretboard.
Alternate Tuning Guide - Open D Tuning - D A D F# A D
A tutorial on how to play guitar in open D tuning. Includes tuning tips, mp3s, guitar tab, links to lessons, and more.
A tutorial on how to play guitar in open D tuning. Includes tuning tips, mp3s, guitar tab, links to lessons, and more.
Alternate Tuning Guide - Learn to Play Guitar in Different Tunings
A tutorial on how to play guitar in different open tunings. Includes tuning tips, mp3s, guitar tab, links to lessons, and more.
A tutorial on how to play guitar in different open tunings. Includes tuning tips, mp3s, guitar tab, links to lessons, and more.
Beginner Guitar Lesson - Learning Guitar Lesson Four - A New Strumming Pattern
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Lesson three of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover nine major and minor chords, a blues scale, strumming patterns, and learn many songs.
Acoustic or Electric?
Here are some specific beginner models of guitars that your About guide to guitar recommends. Whether you're looking for an electric or acoustic guitar, these picks should help out.
Here are some specific beginner models of guitars that your About guide to guitar recommends. Whether you're looking for an electric or acoustic guitar, these picks should help out.
Change Electric Guitar Strings
Learn to change the strings on your electric guitar, via this illustrated electric guitar string changing tutorial.
Learn to change the strings on your electric guitar, via this illustrated electric guitar string changing tutorial.
As Tears Go By Tab and Lyrics
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the The Rolling Stones song As Tears Go By, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the The Rolling Stones song As Tears Go By, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
Learn Christmas Carols on Guitar - Over 80 Lyrics and Guitar Tabs for your Favorite Holiday Songs
Christmas isn't so far away! Time to get organized, and find lyrics and guitar chords to all your favorite Christmas Carols. You'll find everything you need here, for free, in an easy-to-print format.
Christmas isn't so far away! Time to get organized, and find lyrics and guitar chords to all your favorite Christmas Carols. You'll find everything you need here, for free, in an easy-to-print format.
Learning Guitar - Lesson Five - Learning Note Names on the Fretboard with Sharps and Flats
Lesson five of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we'll explore the names of notes on the fretboard, including sharps and flats.
Lesson five of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we'll explore the names of notes on the fretboard, including sharps and flats.
Alternate Tuning Guide - Drop D Tuning - D A D G B E
A tutorial on how to play guitar in drop D tuning. Includes tuning tips, mp3s, guitar tab, links to lessons, and more.
A tutorial on how to play guitar in drop D tuning. Includes tuning tips, mp3s, guitar tab, links to lessons, and more.
Strumming 101
Having trouble getting your guitar playing to sound as good as other guitarists you hear? There's a good chance part of your problem is you haven't learned to strum properly. Get back to basics with this beginner strumming tutorial.
Having trouble getting your guitar playing to sound as good as other guitarists you hear? There's a good chance part of your problem is you haven't learned to strum properly. Get back to basics with this beginner strumming tutorial.
Learning Guitar - Beginner Guitar Lesson Five - New songs in tablature and a lesson plan to help you use your practice time well
As a part of guitar lesson five, here is a collection of guitar tablature which you should be able to play with the chords we have learned.
As a part of guitar lesson five, here is a collection of guitar tablature which you should be able to play with the chords we have learned.
Learning to Play Guitar - Lesson 6 - Seventh Chords, Barre chords, Strumming Patterns, Guitar Tabs, Songs, and more
Lesson six of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover open 7th chords, several barre chords, strumming patterns, plus lots of new songs to learn.
Lesson six of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we cover open 7th chords, several barre chords, strumming patterns, plus lots of new songs to learn.
Guitar Lesson 10 - Palm Mute
Palm muting - lesson ten of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we learn how execute a palm mute.
Palm muting - lesson ten of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we learn how execute a palm mute.
America the Beautiful Lyrics and Guitar Tab - American Patriotic Music Song Tabs
Learn the guitar chords and lyrics for America the Beautiful, and many other American patriotic songs right here.
Learn the guitar chords and lyrics for America the Beautiful, and many other American patriotic songs right here.
Beginner Guitar Lesson - Learning Guitar Lesson Four - Practice Schedule
As a part of guitar lesson four, here is a collection of guitar tablature which you should be able to play with the chords we have learned.
As a part of guitar lesson four, here is a collection of guitar tablature which you should be able to play with the chords we have learned.
B7 - Guitar Chord Library - Illustrations of Basic Guitar Chords
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Learning Guitar - Beginner Guitar Lesson Five - Scale Review
Lesson five of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we review the blues scale, and the use of it in pop and rock music.
Lesson five of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we review the blues scale, and the use of it in pop and rock music.
A5 - Guitar Chord Library - Illustrations of Basic Guitar Chords
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Beginner Guitar Lesson 6 - Barre Chords - Free Guitar Lessons
Lesson six of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, learn the basics of playing barre chords.
Lesson six of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, learn the basics of playing barre chords.
American Patriotic Music Song Tabs Archive - Free Tab and Lyrics for USA Patriotic Music
Looking for lyrics and chords for American patriotic songs? Learn the guitar chords and lyrics for The Star Spangled Banner, and many others right here.
Looking for lyrics and chords for American patriotic songs? Learn the guitar chords and lyrics for The Star Spangled Banner, and many others right here.
Beginner Guitar Lessons - 7th chords in open position - Guitar Lessons
Lesson six of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we'll explore learning some common 7th chords in open position
Lesson six of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we'll explore learning some common 7th chords in open position
Beginner Guitar Lesson Seven - Pull-Offs - Free online guitar lesson
Lesson seven of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we study how to execute a guitar technique called a pull-off.
Lesson seven of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we study how to execute a guitar technique called a pull-off.
Guitar Lesson - Learning the Guitar Fretboard - Note Names
Memorize and understand note names on the fretboard, in this special online guitar lesson
Memorize and understand note names on the fretboard, in this special online guitar lesson
A minor - Guitar Chord Library - Illustrations of Basic Guitar Chords
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Learning to Play Guitar - Lesson 7 - Fingerpicking, Barre chords, Hammer-ons, Pull-offs, Guitar Tabs, Songs, and more
Lesson seven of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we explore basic fingerpicking, a new barre chord shape, hammer ons, pull offs, and we also learn many new songs.
Lesson seven of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we explore basic fingerpicking, a new barre chord shape, hammer ons, pull offs, and we also learn many new songs.
Buying a Guitar Amplifier
Buying tips for those unfamiliar with guitar amplifiers. This feature should help decide which is the right choice for you.
Buying tips for those unfamiliar with guitar amplifiers. This feature should help decide which is the right choice for you.
AC/DC Easy Guitar Tabs - simple guitar tablature by popular bands
Looking for easy songs to play on guitar? Download a hand-selected group of simple songs here, listed by artist.
Looking for easy songs to play on guitar? Download a hand-selected group of simple songs here, listed by artist.
Beginner Guitar Lesson Seven - Fingerpicking - Free online guitar lesson
Lesson seven of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, learn the basics of fingerpicking.
Lesson seven of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, learn the basics of fingerpicking.
Day Tripper Tab and Lyrics
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the The Beatles song Day Tripper, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the The Beatles song Day Tripper, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
B minor - Guitar Chord Library - Illustrations of Basic Guitar Chords
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Make it Funky - Funk Guitar Chords
Instruction on how to play some of the most commonly used guitar chords in funk music. Includes 9th chords, 13th chords, and more.
Instruction on how to play some of the most commonly used guitar chords in funk music. Includes 9th chords, 13th chords, and more.
Choosing a Guitar
A detailed article outlining the process of buying a new guitar. Includes strategies on getting a bargain, how to deal with music store pressure, what to look for, things to avoid, and more.
A detailed article outlining the process of buying a new guitar. Includes strategies on getting a bargain, how to deal with music store pressure, what to look for, things to avoid, and more.
Guitar Lesson 8 - Bending Strings
Lesson eight of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we study how to execute a guitar technique called string bending.
Lesson eight of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we study how to execute a guitar technique called string bending.
A7 - Guitar Chord Library - Illustrations of Basic Guitar Chords
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
The Star Spangled Banner Lyrics and Guitar Tab - American Patriotic Music Song Tabs
Learn the guitar chords and lyrics for The Star Spangled Banner, and many other American patriotic songs right here.
Learn the guitar chords and lyrics for The Star Spangled Banner, and many other American patriotic songs right here.
California Dreaming Tab/Lyrics
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the Mama's and the Papa's song California Dreaming, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the Mama's and the Papa's song California Dreaming, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
C major - Guitar Chord Library - Illustrations of Basic Guitar Chords
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
House of the Rising Sun Tab
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the The Animals song House of the Rising Sun, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the The Animals song House of the Rising Sun, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
In the Music Store
A detailed article outlining the process of buying a new guitar. Includes strategies on getting a bargain, how to deal with music store pressure, what to look for, things to avoid, and more.
A detailed article outlining the process of buying a new guitar. Includes strategies on getting a bargain, how to deal with music store pressure, what to look for, things to avoid, and more.
Alternate Tuning Guide - Open C Tuning - CGCGCE
A tutorial on how to play guitar in open C tuning. Includes tuning tips, mp3s, guitar tab, links to lessons, and more.
A tutorial on how to play guitar in open C tuning. Includes tuning tips, mp3s, guitar tab, links to lessons, and more.
Alternate Tuning Guide - Open G Tuning - D A D G A D
A tutorial on how to play guitar in DADGAD tuning. Includes tuning tips, mp3s, guitar tab, links to lessons, and more.
A tutorial on how to play guitar in DADGAD tuning. Includes tuning tips, mp3s, guitar tab, links to lessons, and more.
Finding the Right Tone for You
This column focuses on helping you find the guitar tone that suits you best. Includes details on choosing the right strings, picks, and more.
This column focuses on helping you find the guitar tone that suits you best. Includes details on choosing the right strings, picks, and more.
Beginner Guitar Lesson 6 - New songs to play in easy tab - guitar lessons online
As a part of guitar lesson six, here is a collection of guitar tablature which you should be able to play with the chords we have learned. Also included is a practice schedule for this week's new material.
As a part of guitar lesson six, here is a collection of guitar tablature which you should be able to play with the chords we have learned. Also included is a practice schedule for this week's new material.
Guitar Lesson 9 - Sus4 Chords
lesson nine of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we study how to play sus4 chords - aka suspended chords.
lesson nine of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we study how to play sus4 chords - aka suspended chords.
Guitar Lesson 9 - The Major Scale
lesson nine of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we learn a two octave major scale.
lesson nine of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we learn a two octave major scale.
G major - Guitar Chord Library - Illustrations of Basic Guitar Chords
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Learning to Play Guitar - Lesson 8 - Fingerpicking, Barre chords, Hammer-ons, Pull-offs, Guitar Tabs, Songs, and more
Lesson eight of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we explore more advanced fingerpicking, a new tricky strumming pattern, sliding, string bending, and we also learn many new songs.
Lesson eight of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we explore more advanced fingerpicking, a new tricky strumming pattern, sliding, string bending, and we also learn many new songs.
"Eruption" Guitar Solo
Eruption solo notes, plus other interesting information about Eddie Van Halen's guitar playing on the classic Van Halen song Eruption.
Eruption solo notes, plus other interesting information about Eddie Van Halen's guitar playing on the classic Van Halen song Eruption.
F major - Guitar Chord Library - Illustrations of Basic Guitar Chords
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
A major - Guitar Chord Library - Illustrations of Basic Guitar Chords
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Boulevard of Broken Dreams Tab
Download the correct guitar tab for Green Day's Boulevard of Broken Dreams, from their 2004 release American Idiot, for free. Plus, download an mp3 of Boulevard of Broken Dreams, so you can play the Green Day Boulevard of Broken Dreams tab along with the Green Day mp3.
Download the correct guitar tab for Green Day's Boulevard of Broken Dreams, from their 2004 release American Idiot, for free. Plus, download an mp3 of Boulevard of Broken Dreams, so you can play the Green Day Boulevard of Broken Dreams tab along with the Green Day mp3.
Learning to Play Guitar - lesson 9 - Fingerpicking, Barre chords, Hammer-ons, Pull-offs, Guitar Tabs, Songs, and more
Lesson nine of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we explore advanced strumming patterns, sus4 chords, a major scale pattern, sight reading possibilities, and learn many more songs.
Lesson nine of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we explore advanced strumming patterns, sus4 chords, a major scale pattern, sight reading possibilities, and learn many more songs.
Beginner Guitar Lesson Five - Learning to Play Guitar - Practice Schedule
As a part of guitar lesson five, here is a practice schedule, which outlines how to go about properly learning we have covered.
As a part of guitar lesson five, here is a practice schedule, which outlines how to go about properly learning we have covered.
Modes of the Major Scale Explored - The Dorian Mode Explained
An exploration of the dorian mode, a minor sounding scale that can be used to spice up your guitar solos. Featuring famous examples of the dorian mode by guitarists like Santana, Tony Iommi, plus Cannonball Adderly, and others. With mp3s and guitar tablature.
An exploration of the dorian mode, a minor sounding scale that can be used to spice up your guitar solos. Featuring famous examples of the dorian mode by guitarists like Santana, Tony Iommi, plus Cannonball Adderly, and others. With mp3s and guitar tablature.
B major - Guitar Chord Library - Illustrations of Basic Guitar Chords
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Guitar Review Archive
Share your opinions on your guitars and basses and contribute to the growing database of guitar reviews. If you're thinking about buying a guitar, read these guitar reviews to help you make your decision.
Share your opinions on your guitars and basses and contribute to the growing database of guitar reviews. If you're thinking about buying a guitar, read these guitar reviews to help you make your decision.
Slash Chords - Music Theory - Beginner Guitar Lesson 8 - Slash Chord Theory
Lesson eight of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we look at a new strum which uses both single notes and chords.
Lesson eight of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we look at a new strum which uses both single notes and chords.
Beginner Guitar Lesson 6 - A New Strumming Pattern - Free Guitar Lessons
Lesson six of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we examine a new strumming pattern which we can use to play many popular songs.
Lesson six of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we examine a new strumming pattern which we can use to play many popular songs.
Fender Pro Junior Tube Amp
Your About.com Guide to Guitar profiles the Fender Pro Junior Combo amp, an all-tube amplifier perfect for beginner electric guitarists.
Your About.com Guide to Guitar profiles the Fender Pro Junior Combo amp, an all-tube amplifier perfect for beginner electric guitarists.
Learning Guitar - Lesson 11 - An Online Guide to Teach You How to Play Guitar From Scratch
An online guide to starting to play guitar. Pull out that old guitar in the basement, and you can start learning within minutes.
An online guide to starting to play guitar. Pull out that old guitar in the basement, and you can start learning within minutes.
Guitar Lesson 8 - Fingerpicking Continued
Lesson eight of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we study more advanced fingerpicking techniques.
Lesson eight of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we study more advanced fingerpicking techniques.
Beginner Guitar Lesson Seven - Learning New song tabs - Free online guitar lesson
As a part of guitar lesson seven, here is a collection of guitar tablature which you should be able to play with the chords we have learned. Also included is a practice schedule for this week's new material.
As a part of guitar lesson seven, here is a collection of guitar tablature which you should be able to play with the chords we have learned. Also included is a practice schedule for this week's new material.
Freebird Tab
Guitar tablature, gear descriptions, and interesting information about Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Gary Rossington's solo on Freebird. Also features Freebird bass tab.
Guitar tablature, gear descriptions, and interesting information about Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Gary Rossington's solo on Freebird. Also features Freebird bass tab.
Beginner Guitar Lesson Seven - Barre Chords - Free online guitar lesson
Lesson seven of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, learn the basics of playing the fifth string major barre chord shape.
Lesson seven of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, learn the basics of playing the fifth string major barre chord shape.
Hotel California Tab & Lyrics
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the The Eagles song Hotel California, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the The Eagles song Hotel California, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
Happy Birthday To You
Chords and lyrics for the classic birthday song, in several keys.
Chords and lyrics for the classic birthday song, in several keys.
Guitar Lesson 9 - Strumming Exercises
lesson nine of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we look at a more advanced strum which uses both single notes and chords.
lesson nine of an online guide to starting to play guitar. In this lesson, we look at a more advanced strum which uses both single notes and chords.
Asus2 - Guitar Chord Library - Illustrations of Basic Guitar Chords
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Want to find out how to play a particular guitar chord? Check here for an archive of common and uncommon guitar chords.
Writing Better Songs - Part III - Writing an Effective Melody
A study on how to write a melody that others will remember, and keep humming long after you're done playing. Includes an analysis of songs by Radiohead, The Beatles, and The Beach Boys. A great resource for songwriters.
A study on how to write a melody that others will remember, and keep humming long after you're done playing. Includes an analysis of songs by Radiohead, The Beatles, and The Beach Boys. A great resource for songwriters.
Writing Better Songs
An in depth article on how to write better chord progressions for your songs. No experience in theory needed. A useful resource for all songwriters.
An in depth article on how to write better chord progressions for your songs. No experience in theory needed. A useful resource for all songwriters.
Comfortably Numb Solo
Guitar tablature, gear descriptions, and interesting information about Pink Floyd guitarist David Gilmour's solo on Comfortably Numb. Also features Comfortably Numb bass tab.
Guitar tablature, gear descriptions, and interesting information about Pink Floyd guitarist David Gilmour's solo on Comfortably Numb. Also features Comfortably Numb bass tab.
All The Small Things Tab
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the Blink 182 song All The Small Things, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the Blink 182 song All The Small Things, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
Dock of the Bay Tab and Lyrics
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the Otis Redding song Dock of the Bay, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the Otis Redding song Dock of the Bay, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
Playing Guitar for a Crowd
Are you new to playing guitar, and have been asked to play for other people? Here are some hints and tips to get you through the process unharmed.
Are you new to playing guitar, and have been asked to play for other people? Here are some hints and tips to get you through the process unharmed.
Sweet Home Alabama Tab/Lyrics
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the Lynyrd Skynyrd song Sweet Home Alabama, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the Lynyrd Skynyrd song Sweet Home Alabama, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
The Alphabet Song Guitar Chords and Lyrics
Learn how to play The Alphabet Song on the guitar. Here is the guitar tab and chords to play the children's song The Alphabet Song on the guitar.
Learn how to play The Alphabet Song on the guitar. Here is the guitar tab and chords to play the children's song The Alphabet Song on the guitar.
Wild Thing Tab and Lyrics
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the The Troggs song Wild Thing, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.
If you're looking for guitar tab or lyrics of the The Troggs song Wild Thing, you'll find tabs, lyrics, and more here.