music theory

Joe Satriani is a fan. Danny Elfman, too. And by learning these chord shapes, you can drop some Lydian magic into your songwriting for dramatic effect

Five inspirational ideas to take cluster chords out of the realm of fretboard theory and into something you can put into practice

How using the Hendrix chord and the sus chords favoured by Andy Summers can add intrigue and options for your songwriting

Beginner guitar: This scale is the foundation for basically everything, so it's essential learning for all aspiring players

Thanks to John Mayer, Journeyman-era Eric Clapton is having a moment, and this lesson lets you climb into that '80s vocal blues guitar style

Andy Timmons teaches you horizontal single-string ideas to make your lead playing melodically compelling

A little chord theory can go a long way with new voicings freshening your approach to rhythm guitar

Mastering precise bends on the B string can offer new ideas for pentatonic solos

This lesson will help you cast aside your go-to licks and think deeper about tonality

Vinnie Moore shares his approach to adding a taste of the unexpected when playing lead guitar