This lesson is focused on learning a few basic exercises that can be practiced on a daily basis in order to develop better guitar technique. Three important technical areas are covered in …
Relaxation and Stretch Exercises
Practice sessions that begin with low stress and low tension workouts are without a doubt the best way to go when starting each guitar practice day. This video explains how minimizing tension and …
Pinch Harmonics (Pick Squeals)
This unique technique uses the edge of the thumb combined with the guitar pick to produce a harmonic overtone (pick squeal /pick harmonic). The sound is often used in Hard Rock and Heavy Metal, but it …
Sweep Picking (for Beginners)
The sweep (or rake) pick attack is a complex yet flowing pick movement that quickly covers several notes across multiple strings. It is most commonly performed fast. Guitar players need to study how …
Guitar Picking Tutorial (Plectrum)
Learn how to achieve better accuracy and coordination when it comes to picking with a guitar pick (plectrum). This lesson breaks down a series of drills that will help improve your skill when it comes …
Playing Octaves on Guitar
Develop the playing skills necessary for performing octaves along and across the guitar fingerboard. The technique was made famous by guitarists such as, "Wes Montgomery," and "George Benson," along …