Music Notation – Beginner Tutorial
Can I just use tab to play guitar & not read music? You can, but learning basic music notation will improve your understanding & use of tab.
Igniting Passion in Beginner Guitarists
Are you just getting started in learning and loving to play guitar? Then you’ve come to the right place. Here you will find simple articles explaining beginner guitar theory topics including basic music notation, guitar chords, guitar scales, how to read tab and chord charts, how to rock power chords and how to play the 12 bar blues.
Can I just use tab to play guitar & not read music? You can, but learning basic music notation will improve your understanding & use of tab.
Want to know one of the secrets of learning to play guitar? Check out this article to learn how to read guitar tab and chord charts.
Want to be able to learn hundreds of your favorite blues, rock and pop songs on guitar? Then you need to know about the 12 Bar Blues.
Are you new to learning guitar and don’t yet know much about guitar chords? Then you definitely need to check out this introductory article.
Mastering the guitar fretboard involves understanding the guitar’s components and memorizing the open string notes, the musical alphabet, natural notes, sharps and flats, and octaves. Effective methods include using the chromatic scale, visualization, repetition, associating notes with fret markers and breaking down the fretboard into sections. Various technologies and online tools can complement regular, consistent practice to enhance learning.
If you’re new to learning guitar and you love hard rock, punk or heavy metal music, you’ve got to get a grip on power chords!
Nearly every famous guitar solo is based on a scale. So if guitar scales are important to your guitar hero, they should be important to you!