The adim chord may not be a regular addition to your arsenal of chords, but its presence can add tension and intrigue to any progression. Furthermore, it serves as an effective transition chord between two chords which are one step apart. An adim chord can be created by lowering the fifth note in a minor […]
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The major pentatonic scale is an easier five-note scale to play than its more familiar minor pentatonic cousin due to having only five notes per octave instead of seven. As it uses similar scale shapes to that of minor pentatonic scale, you won’t have to learn any unfamiliar scale patterns; just keep in mind that
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The C minor 9th chord is a five note chord composed of the major third, perfect fifth, minor seventh intervals as well as the ninth from an octave above. Chords containing a ninth include cad9 (C, E flat, G and D), madd9 (C, A flat, E flat and D) and csus2 (C, D, G and
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Learning three note per string patterns of scales can bring many advantages. They can help you play faster, improve fluency and broaden your fretboard knowledge. These fingerings do not form compact shapes like CAGED scale patterns, requiring more flexibility from your fretting hand and creating challenges for players with smaller hands or limited flexibility. Improved
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The am add9 chord is a basic chord with a major 9th that makes an excellent addition to chord progressions. While playing it may be tricky due to a gap between your middle finger and pinky fingers, try keeping things loose as you play this chord for optimal results. This barre chord stands out from
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The blues scale is a 6-note scale derived from either minor or major pentatonic scale, which includes an extra note known as the “blue note.” This special sound makes this scale perfect for creating captivating riffs and solos. Learn the scale in small increments, concentrating on accuracy rather than speed. Practice regularly to build muscle
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F chords can be intimidating for beginners, causing fret buzz, sore fingers and strained wrists. As a way to make it easier for beginners to learn this essential chord, I will present three easy variations on the F shape – you may even use these in songs which call for full barre versions! F Major
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Chord progressions play an integral part in setting the atmosphere for any song, from major chords being bright and upbeat, while minor chords evoke mystery and tension which ultimately gives way to hopefulness. Triads, which comprise the building blocks of chords, consist of three notes spaced a third apart. Starting from C, playing D then
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Beginners often struggle to master B minor guitar chords. Here are a few tips that will help them do just that! If your index finger is having difficulty barrering, try moving it up a fret – this will mute the low E string and help make chording simpler without buzzing. Barre chord Barre chords can
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Practice scales with a metronome to sharpen your timing and rhythm. Start slowly before gradually increasing the tempo as you become more comfortable. The b flat major scale features two flats, making it easier for novice players to learn and master it. The diagram below displays its scale shape and finger positions on a guitar
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