Alternate Picking
August 2, 2011 2 CommentsToday we’re going to learn a brand new technique called alternate picking. This is essential to playing efficiently and quickly and is one of the secrets behind shredding.
Techniques
Basic Fingerpicking Technique
July 28, 2011 No CommentsToday we begin a new technique – fingerpicking. This timeless playing style is used in acoustic and folk music, but can really apply to any soft music.
Basic Sweep Picking
August 18, 2011 1 CommentToday we begin our journey into the world of sweep picking, one of the most popular techniques for ridiculous shredding. Today, we’ll learn the most popular pattern ever!
Chucks
July 8, 2011 2 CommentsWe’ve got a new technique for you guys today – the chuck. We’ll show you the best way to do it and how to use.
Cool Guitar Tricks – The Trill
July 7, 2011 No CommentsWe’re learning a new technique today – the trill. This distinct technique has been used by Hendrix, Clapton, and many others for an exciting rock sound!
Creative Capo Uses
August 3, 2011 No CommentsToday we’ve got a crazy capo trick to show you which will give you an awesome open sound unlike anything you’ve heard!
Economically Make The Most Of Your Picking
August 18, 2011 No CommentsLearn to take your sweep picking to a whole new level using a popular, super fun progression.
Fingerpicking Thumb Movement
July 28, 2011 No CommentsAs your fingerpick, your thumb should always be plucking the lowest note of the chord. We’ll show you how to move your thumb to different strings and give you an exercise to practice.
Hammer Ons and Pull Offs
July 4, 2011 No CommentsToday we’re exploring two brand new techniques – hammer ons and pull offs. These techniques will help you play faster and smoother, so let’s go!
How to Use a Capo
August 3, 2011 1 CommentToday we’re going to learn about a nifty device every guitar player should have – the capo. We’ll show you what it is and how to use it!
Intro to Arpeggiation
July 4, 2011 No CommentsIn this lesson we’re going to introduce a new technique – Arpeggiation. Play each string of a chord for a soft, delicate feel. We’ll show you how.
Make Your Axe Squeal With Harmonics
August 11, 2011 1 CommentIt’s time to make your guitar howl like Van Halen! To do this, we’re going to learn about guitar harmonics, one of Eddie’s favorite techniques.
Make Your Notes Sing With Vibrato
July 5, 2011 No CommentsFor our next technique we’re going to look at vibrato, one of the great tricks behind making your solos sing.
Misses, Ties, and Half Notes
August 3, 2011 3 CommentsWe’ve got a series of new strumming concepts in this lesson including missing, ties, and half notes. If you understand this lesson you’ll be well on your way to strumming mastery!
Pedal Tone Bend 1
July 6, 2011 No CommentsToday we’re looking into the pedal tone bend, similar to a unison bend but instead we play two different notes.
Pedal Tone Bend 2
July 6, 2011 No CommentsHere’s another pedal tone bend, great for playing some tasty lead in all styles!
Play Your Guitar Like a Drum
August 4, 2011 No CommentsLearn to play your guitar percussively, adding in thumps, taps, clicks, and harmonics to create a driving rhythm with your playing.
Sound Smooth With Hammer Ons/Pull Offs
July 5, 2011 No CommentsWe begin our series with a hammer on and pull off lesson, discussing how to use this technique with the root 6 pentatonic scale, sounding super smooth in the process.
SRV Style Muted Rhythm Technique
August 9, 2011 No CommentsOne of Stevie Ray Vaughn’s signature tricks was muting the strings and strumming them to create a percussive effect. Today, we’ll show you how to create this sound.
Start Wailing – Intro to Bending
July 5, 2011 No CommentsAt the heart of making your guitar wail is the bend. We’ll show you the proper technique to make bending as easy as possible.