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How to play slide guitar: 5 essential techniques every aspiring slide player needs to learn
By Ben Martin last updated
At the beginning, slide guitar can be tricky. Here are five technical tips to get you started

5 essential strumming patterns for beginner guitar players
By Gary Heimbauer published
This lesson unpacks one of the fundamental skills of playing guitar, and offers a launchpad for budding singer-songwriters. All you need is three chords and the truth

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3 easy rock guitar solo licks you need to know
By Dave Celentano published
A quick power-up for beginner and intermediate players' rock soloing, with three ripping solo ideas based around the D minor pentatonic scale

How to play surf music on guitar: 3 techniques that will make your playing sound authentic
By Mike Olekshy published
This introduction to surf guitar will teach you the basics of the style popularized by Dick Dale, The Surfaris and The Ventures

How to play blues guitar: start playing authentic-sounding solos today with 3 easy licks in A
By Gary Heimbauer published
Whether you're a beginner guitarist or taking your first steps with the blues, this lesson will get you playing in the style right away

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