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Guitar Techniques of Prog-Rockers Gentle Giant, Yes, Genesis and King Crimson
Examine the envelope-pushing sounds of some of the essential prog-rock bands of the Sixties/early Seventies era.
Hybrid Picking Power-Chord Arpeggios
Learn some cool ways to create angular single-note arpeggios that are based on root-fifth-octave power chord shapes.
The Little-Known Pentatonic Modal Trick
A great technique for helping guitarists get their heads and fingers around modal playing.
Major- and Minor-Scale Exercises to Improve Your Playing
Learn some really cool major- and minor-scale exercises that can do wonders for your overall playing.
How to Play Pedal Steel Guitar
If you’ve ever thought about learning pedal steel guitar—or if you’re just curious about how this relative of the guitar operates—here’s a video that demystifies the instrument.
The Basics and Beyond: An In-Depth Guitar Lesson by Steve Vai
Grab your guitar and sit down for a comprehensive, GW-exclusive guitar masterclass taught by Steve Vai.
A Beginner's Guide to Quintuplets
Being able to accurately play quintuplet licks and sequences will add dynamics to your playing and give you more interesting soloing options.
The Art of Phrasing: Four Simple Ways to Make Your Leads Sing
Some methods to make your lead playing more melodic and dynamic.
