Musical Instruments

As promised, I am writing an article on how to play harmonics on a guitar. This can get a bit tricky, so stick with it and I’m sure you will catch on. Let’s get started.

The power chord is one of the most basic and essential chords for any guitarist to know. This versatile chord can be used in any key and in any genre, but is most often heard in blues and rock...

Natural harmonics means that the harmonics fall on the guitar's finger board naturally. Learn to play natural harmonics with help from an active guitar instructor in this free video on learning...

The 1977 movie "Smokey and the Bandit" featured popular movie stars Burt Reynolds and Sally Field. Another actor in the movie is Jerry Reed, who also was an accomplished country music writer,...

There are many tonal advantages of using metal finger picks when playing the guitar. Compared to your fingertips, metal picks produce a brighter, louder, punchier sound, and less force will be...

Here is how to play one of the most used rock chords on a standard six string guitar.

Playing an Eb (E flat) chord on the guitar can be a challenge to the beginner. But by referencing knowledge of other common chords, and a bit of music theory, playing Eb and other tricky chords...

With this video, you can learn basic finger style guitar if you have a working knowledge of open chords. Finger picking is fun and easy! Give it a try.

The Irish tin flute, also known as the "penny whistle," is an instrument that belongs to the wind family of instruments. It originated from the flageolet, a similar instrument that was popular in...

Whether you are just learning new techniques or wish to broaden your solo or song melody abilities, harmonics can be a great way to add class and ingenuity to your playing. Used for tuning and...

Harp harmonics is a technique for playing string harmonics on a guitar. The index finger of the picking hand is used to touch the harmonic node of the string. Striking the string produces the...

Classical guitar music is usually played on a classical-style guitar, which has nylon strings, a wider neck and a different body shape than steel-string acoustic guitars. However, classical music...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

The C major chord is very easy to play and sounds great! It is made up of 3 notes and can be played easily with one hand.

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

The minor bar chords are an important addition to the major bar chords. They can add great depth to songs. There are two forms to learn. With practice, you'll be able to play along to the rhythm...

"Ode to Joy" is a popular tune that Ludwig Van Beethoven wrote as a part of his Symphony No. Nine. You can play this song on the violin fairly simply (compared to other violin pieces). It uses...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

Open guitar chords are mainly played on the first three frets of the guitar. They are called open because strings that aren't being fretted (pressed to a fret by your finger) are...

The major bar chords are the foundation of many songs. There are two forms to learn. With practice, you'll be able to play along to the rhythm guitar in your favorite songs, or create your own...

The power chord is used in a lot of rock songs. It is an easy to learn three note chord that will let you play many songs. If you are a fan of punk rock, you will be able to play almost every punk...

You will learn how to add another "cool" talent to your life by learning to play the saxophone in a short period of time.

You will learn how to add another "cool" talent to your life by learning to play the saxophone in a short period of time.

Finger picks are one of several types of guitar picks to choose from. They are used to pluck individual strings with your right hand (if you are right-handed) and are made of plastic, brass or...

The trumpet is one of the most versatile instruments. Used in rock bands, orchestras and jazz ensembles, the trumpet is an enjoyable, interesting instrument to play. Kids can learn how to play the...

One of the toughest things for a beginning guitarist is the dreaded barre chord. Here are some tips master this (necessary) technique.

In this installment you will learn how to do a great technique that sounds hard, but actually is not all that challenging with a bit of practice

Learning to play the drums is no different than learning any other skill. You need to learn the proper technique from the beginning. If you practice incorrectly, you will later have to unlearn...

When learning the piano, it's important to master the proper fundamentals before advancing. Developing incorrect habits on your own will impede your progress later, and be very difficult to fix. ...

You will learn how to add another "cool" talent to your life by learning to play the saxophone in a short period of time.

Guitars are among the most practical of musical instruments to play for cost and portability. The guitar is not the easiest instrument to play, however. An adult beginner should try playing a few...

Recorded and performed by The Eagles, "Hotel California" is regarded as one of the greatest rock and roll songs of all time. Using a classical guitar, catchy bass line and lyrics laced with...

Playing banjo with picks will give your performance more volume. Whether playing bluegrass or country music on a five string banjo or playing dixieland jazz on a tenor or plectrum banjo, the...

The banjo is a versatile instrument. There are several styles and tunings to choose from. This article will show you the 5-string banjo played frailing style. Frailing banjo requires no picks and...