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Bon Jovi – “Living On A Prayer” (Riff)

August 2, 2011 11 Comments

Grab your talk box because we’ve got a classic riff from the garden state native, this time it’s the main riff to Bon Jovi’s “Living On A Prayer.”

Led Zeppelin – “Heartbreaker” (Riff)

August 2, 2011 2 Comments

To practice our alternate picking we’ve got a great riff from the mighty Led Zeppelin. “Heartbreaker” is super heavy but certainly within your reach. Good luck!

Bob Dylan – “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door”

August 2, 2011 4 Comments

To get some practice with the four main acoustic chords we are going to learn the Bob Dylan classic “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door.” Enjoy guys!

“House of the Rising Sun”

July 5, 2011 4 Comments

Today we’re learning the classic folk song made popular by the Animals in the 60′s. Everyone knows it, so it’s going to be a ton of fun!

How to Tune by Ear

July 4, 2011 1 Comment

Today we’re taking off the training wheels and teaching you how to tune by ear! This one may take a while to master, but you will in time!

Black Sabbath – “Iron Man”

July 2, 2011 2 Comments

This is one of the greatest guitar riffs ever written, and we’re super excited to teach it! Let’s put those root 5 power chords to good use!

Proper Strumming

July 1, 2011 2 Comments

Proper strumming can make the difference between an amateur a pro. We’ll get you started strumming the right way!

Time Signatures

July 1, 2011 1 Comment

Another back to basics lesson, this time looking at time signatures. Get ready to get groovin!

Basic Note Values

July 1, 2011 1 Comment

Here we’re going to look at some rhythmic music fundamentals and how to count basic note values! Fun Fun!

Chord Changing Tips

July 1, 2011 1 Comment

Having some trouble changing chords? Then look no further!

The Four Main Acoustic Chords

July 1, 2011 1 Comment

The four most important chords you’ll ever know! These four make up countless songs and are the secret weapon behind most songwriting.

Heart – “Crazy On You” (Riff)

July 1, 2011 1 Comment

This song really has it all, but today we’ll be looking at the main riff. Who says girls can’t rock too?

Michael Jackson – “Beat It” (Riff)

July 1, 2011 1 Comment

This is an all time great guitar riff and an 80′s classic. An awesome rocker from the usual dance-pop of Michael Jackson

Nirvana – “Come As You Are” (Riff)

July 1, 2011 11 Comments

Nirvana helped start the alternative rock movement and brought with them some classic guitar riffs. Here’s one of Kurt’s best.

Jethro Tull – “Aqualung”

July 1, 2011 1 Comment

We’re getting back to our melodies with Jethro Tull’s “Aqualung.” Sitting on a park bench!

ACDC – “Back in Black” (Riff)

July 1, 2011 1 Comment

A must know for every guitar student. This is the opening riff that combines chords we know with single note picking.

Basic 12 Bar Blues

July 1, 2011 1 Comment

In this lesson, we’ll take the chords we already know and apply them to a blues progression. This is a great one for jamming!

The Kingsmen – “Louie Louie” (Chords)

July 1, 2011 2 Comments

Straight out of “Animal House,” it’s “Louie Louie.” A great song to practice your new chords with!

D Family of Chords

July 1, 2011 1 Comment

Now on to the D family of chords! Three new chords but nothing you guys can’t handle!

A Family of Chords

July 1, 2011 11 Comments

The next family of chords is the A family! Only one more to go after this and then we can start learning some real songs!

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