Latest about Chords
Introducing polychords – the mind-bending guitar shapes that will take your playing into new harmonic and melodic worlds
Polychords are a neat way to expand your musical vocabulary and can be used in your rhythm and lead playing, as the great Larry Carlton has demonstrated time and time again
There’s no such thing as an ‘acoustic guitar chord’ – but these 12 shapes sound amazing unplugged
Learn a dozen chords that will expand your musical vocabulary and enhance your songwriting – and the best bit? They’re not that difficult
Your solos and rhythm playing will benefit from learning chords across the fretboard – and major 7ths are a great place to start
The major 7th chord is a favorite among guitarists of all stripes, including Nile Rodgers – here are 5 ways to take the shape to the next level, and your overall playing along with it, too
10 ways to make your guitar chords more interesting
Learn how chords can tap into emotions and you can improve your rhythm chops – and songwriting – fast
How to combine chords and walking basslines on guitar
British jazz maestro Martin Taylor talks us through his chord and walking bassline approach, while keeping that swing going all the time
How to tell the difference between add chords and altered guitar chords
Here are five chords with names to test the brain and a sound that's kind to the ear. Add them to your chord vocabulary now
5 easy ways to create complex sounds from simple chords
Using open strings to embellish your chord work can yield magical results
Learn 5 guitar chords that evoke the golden age of Hollywood
These chords have an orchestral quality that radiates a certain silver screen soundtrack magic
