Photo by Wendy Wei on Pexels.comLearning to play the guitar takes dedication, practice, and patience. But with the right techniques and mindset, anyone can go from beginner to skilled guitar… Read More

The D minor chord (Dm) is a beautiful and versatile chord that’s essential for guitarists at all levels.Known for its melancholic and contemplative nature, the Dm chord is often used t… Read More

Minor chords, often overshadowed by their major counterparts, are the unsung heroes of the music world. They are the secret ingredient that adds depth, emotion, and complexity to the music… Read More

One of the best things about the 12-string guitar is that it works so similarly to a 6-string. Anything that was written for a 6-string can immediately have its sound upgraded with that extr… Read More

As you explore the world of guitar, sooner or later you’ll encounter alternate tunings. This is when you tune your guitar to something other than the standard EADGBE to make a song eas… Read More

The E minor chord (Em) resonates with a soulful and melancholic sound that has captivated musicians and listeners alike for generations. As one of the most fundamental chords in music… Read More

GuitarfluenceAcoustic Guitar Licks: 5 Easy Licks (Tabs + PDF) Learn how to play 5 easy acoustic guitar licks with this in-depth guide. Enhance your skills and impress your audience with the… Read More

It’s all well and good learning chords to play along to someone else’s songs, but when it comes to writing your own, you’ll need to know which chords go together, and that… Read More

Guitarfluence10 Best String Skipping Exercises Improve your guitar skills with these effective string skipping exercises. Enhance your technique and dexterity while mastering the art of ski… Read More

Guitarfluence10 Best Hybrid Picking Exercises (PDF and Tab) Looking to improve your hybrid picking technique? Check out these effective hybrid picking exercises to enhance your skills and t… Read More

Music technology has come a long way since the invention of the electric guitar, but incredibly, many of the best electric guitars have remained virtually unchanged since their initial intro… Read More

Featuring SIGIL – the New Language of Guitar SIGIL for guitar players is a new language that simplifies music theory for scales, modes, and intervals. Many of us want to decrypt the in… Read More

Learning how to play guitar is one of the most challenging things many of us ever try. In fact, I used to think climbing Mount Everest in just your underwear might be a more enjoyable exper… Read More

Some new videos have emerged on YouTube, showing Kirk Hammett playing the intro to Metallica’s “Nothing Else Matters” at the band’s recent live show. The performance… Read More

Learning to play the guitar is a journey that is as rewarding as it is challenging. The importance of practice in mastering this stringed instrument cannot be overstated. However, knowin… Read More

About Cameron Hayes Cameron Hayes is a guitar educator at the London Guitar Institute, teaching a wide range of styles such as rock, metal, blues, jazz, folk, RnB, acoustic, and many more… Read More

I’ve been meaning to write a follow-up to the Guitar Heroes email I wrote a few months back. (You can check out Part 1 on my blog HERE). Today, we’re talking about these other g… Read More

Blues music is an American art form, and the guitar has long been a favorite instrument for playing blues. To truly master blues guitar scales, it is crucial to understand and utilize the bl… Read More

Are you a fan of rock and roll? Do you like music that combines energy, funk and soul? Then you need to check out Red Hot Chili Peppers, one of the most iconic bands of our time. Their music… Read More

If you’re looking to take your guitar skills to the next level, improving your speed is essential. This aspect of playing is the one that you won’t want to ignore. Playing the gu… Read More

Ukulele is a staple as well as a lead instrument. Depends, how you are using it. However, I think you should practice not only chord progressions but also learn to play lead ukulele. That… Read More

Guitarfluence15 Best Sweep Picking Exercises (beginner to pro with TAB) Looking to shred? Then you’ve come to the right place. Theses sweep picking exercises will help you further… Read More

GuitarfluenceKumoi Scale Guitar Lesson: How to Play Learn how to play an awesome, exotic guitar scale with this Kumoi scale guitar lesson. What is the Kumoi scale? The kumoi scale is… Read More