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A former student and distinguished PG alumnus recalls the Zen-like nature of this revered teacher to the stars of modern jazz guitar.

Many guitarists and former musical collaborators were dismayed to learn that Mick Goodrick died on November 16, 2022, at age 77, due to Parkinson's disease. “Mr. Goodchord,” as he was affectionately known by those lucky enough to have studied with him, encouraged two generations of guitarists to venture beyond the limits of their imagination and explore the fretboard in novel ways.

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Nothing is more visceral than standing in front of a cranked amp and ripping out power chords. Famed string masher Ben Eller shows you the trade secrets behind getting your power chords in shape.
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Triads Made Easy!

Everybody needs to start somewhere, and the basic triad is a cornerstone of nearly every guitar style. In this video, Michael Palmisano breaks down how triads are constructed, the most common shapes, and how to play them in any key.

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