How to play Riptide by Vance Joy
Riptide by Vance Joy is one of the biggest hit songs of the current Pop era. Released in 2013 it became a hit in many countries and has since become a staple of streaming services. The studio recording features distinctive Ukulele strumming but earlier live versions by Vance Joy are played on acoustic guitar. Hereβs how to play it on guitar . . .
How do I play the C chord?
The C chord is very important on guitar as it seems to be in almost every guitar song! C is a good, well balanced guitar chord but itβs not the easiest shape for beginner players. Hereβs some handy tips to help you improve playing your C chord . . .
How do I play the D chord?
The D chord is one of the more difficult chord shapes for guitar beginners. The position the fingers need to be in feels awkward at first, and itβs hard to get all of the held notes sounding clear. Here are some practice suggestions to help you develop a reliable D . . . .
How do I choose the right guitar for me?
For the adult beginner, or parent of a young beginner, the range available in a well-stocked guitar shop can be overwhelming. Some shops display dozens of instruments, from cheap starters up to expensive professional models . . . .
How do I play the G chord?
The G chord is one of the two most common, most variable chords on guitar (the other one is E minor). Professional players regularly use several shapes of G . . .
How to play Lβamour de Ma Vie by Billie Eilish
Lβamour de Ma Vie is an old-school Pop progression featuring a laid back, medium-tempo rhythm that gives way, somewhat unexpectedly, to an EDM nightclub feel late in the track. The chord progression features old style ii-V-I harmony with a nice mix of open-position and bar-chord forms, making it a great chord progression for intermediate players.
How to play Crazy On You by Heart
Crazy On You by Heart is a great song for acoustic and electric guitars. A 1970s Rock classic, it features Nancy Wilson on acoustic guitar, her sister Ann Wilson on vocals and comes from Heartβs breakthrough 1975 album Dreamboat Annie that launched them to worldwide success.
How do I read guitar tablature (tabs)?
Guitar tablature (TAB) is a visual guide to the position of a note on the fingerboard. Think of it as a street directory for notes!
How do I improve my strumming technique?
Strumming is a core technique for steel-string guitar players. Creating a good tone whilst maintaining a steady, flowing rhythm is a must-know skill. Strumming through a chord progression with consistent rhythm creates the style referred to as βrhythm guitarβ.