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Expanded Two-Hand Tapping
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Expanded Two-Hand Tapping

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Bob Weir’s Rhythm Guitar Trip
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Bob Weir’s Rhythm Guitar Trip

All About Guide Tones
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All About Guide Tones

Finding Dissonance in Tonality
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Finding Dissonance in Tonality

Spice up your progressions with these intervals.

Jazz Chords in a Rock Context
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Jazz Chords in a Rock Context

Chord extensions aren’t just for jazz! Here's how to use them in a rock context.

A Guide to Shrapnel Shred
Artists

A Guide to Shrapnel Shred

In her latest lesson, virtuoso Nili Brosh analyzes techniques and approaches made famous on records from the venerated '80s record label.

Alex Lifeson in the Limelight
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Alex Lifeson in the Limelight

The Rush guitarist’s style beams with shimmering chords, massive riffs, and soaring leads.

Last Dance with Dorian
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Last Dance with Dorian

It all started with a Fender Champ and a three-chord rock anthem.

Think Like a Drummer
Beginner

Think Like a Drummer

By combining iconic drum fills with scale and arpeggio patterns, you can create an infinite number of melodic variations. But just start with one.

Unleash the East: A Mediterranean Surf Primer
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Unleash the East: A Mediterranean Surf Primer

Pro tips to add some exotic spice to your solos and open up a world of influence.

The Unexpectedly Challenging Rhythms of Lou Reed (And How to Master Them!)
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The Unexpectedly Challenging Rhythms of Lou Reed (And How to Master Them!)

Though Lou Reed seemed to only use a handful of chords, his shrewd right-hand strumming created limitless rhythmic variations.

Bach to the Beach!
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Bach to the Beach!

Classic counterpoint techniques that work for surf.