Lessons Latest Lessons from Ultimate-Guitar.Com. en-US Copyright 1998-2026 Ultimate-Guitar.Com. All rights reserved. https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/modules/rss/lessons.xml.php Mon, 13 Nov 2023 10:53:11 -0500 Tue, 24 Jan 2023 23:36:48 -0500 60 Ultimate-Guitar.Com https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/static/_img/logo_trans.png https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/modules/rss/lessons.xml.php 144 44 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/chords/triads_on_every_string_set.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/chords/triads_on_every_string_set.html Guitar Chords: 420 shapes total?]]> Mon, 13 Nov 2023 10:53:11 -0500 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/tone_is_in_the_hands_what_does_that_really_mean.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/tone_is_in_the_hands_what_does_that_really_mean.html For Beginners: We've been hearing a lot about the tone actually being in the player's hands, not in the gear.]]> Mon, 25 Sep 2023 22:31:11 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/chords/9th_chords_simplified.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/chords/9th_chords_simplified.html Guitar Chords: Spice up your chords easily.]]> Mon, 25 Sep 2023 17:26:57 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/5_simple_reasons_why_guitar_players_should_also_learn_how_to_play_drums.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/5_simple_reasons_why_guitar_players_should_also_learn_how_to_play_drums.html For Beginners: And no, it's not as complicated as you might think.]]> Wed, 23 Aug 2023 15:10:06 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/5_simple_beginner_tips_on_how_to_approach_writing_and_improvising_guitar_solos.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/5_simple_beginner_tips_on_how_to_approach_writing_and_improvising_guitar_solos.html For Beginners: Let's get started on the lead playing!]]> Tue, 08 Aug 2023 21:39:13 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/6_simple_tips_beginner_guitar_players_should_know.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/6_simple_tips_beginner_guitar_players_should_know.html For Beginners: Seriously, these will make your lives much simpler in the longer run.]]> Sun, 09 Jul 2023 20:39:28 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/songwriting__lyrics/so_you_wrote_a_chord_progression_now_what.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/songwriting__lyrics/so_you_wrote_a_chord_progression_now_what.html Songwriting: A simple guide to songwriting. ]]> Sun, 09 Jul 2023 13:26:11 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/can_ai_help_you_make_guitar_exercises.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/can_ai_help_you_make_guitar_exercises.html For Beginners: Is ChatGPT a helpful tool for guitar exercises?]]> Sat, 08 Jul 2023 23:53:53 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/soloing/how_to_approach_minor_pentatonic_scale_in_drop_tunings.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/soloing/how_to_approach_minor_pentatonic_scale_in_drop_tunings.html Soloing: A practical guide for jam sessions and some live gigs.]]> Mon, 03 Jul 2023 22:27:43 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/how_to_tune_a_guitar_guide_for_beginners.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/how_to_tune_a_guitar_guide_for_beginners.html For Beginners: Let's tackle the basics. ]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 15:25:58 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/soloing/these_3_beginner-friendly_pentatonic_sequences_will_make_you_sound_like_a_pro.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/soloing/these_3_beginner-friendly_pentatonic_sequences_will_make_you_sound_like_a_pro.html Soloing: And they're also a great way to practice your picking dexterity!]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 22:38:09 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/guitar_techniques/guide_to_percussive_slap_technique.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/guitar_techniques/guide_to_percussive_slap_technique.html Guitar Techniques: Yeah, slapping on the guitar and not the bass. ]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 20:46:37 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/soloing/a_few_simple_6th_interval_licks_in_dorian_mode_to_implement_in_your_pentatonic-focused_solos.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/soloing/a_few_simple_6th_interval_licks_in_dorian_mode_to_implement_in_your_pentatonic-focused_solos.html Soloing: Make everything sound country.]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 14:26:39 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/the_guide_to/whats_the_difference_between_british_amps_vs_american_amps_a_simple_guide.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/the_guide_to/whats_the_difference_between_british_amps_vs_american_amps_a_simple_guide.html The Guide To: The difference is also very present in the digital realm.]]> Sat, 13 May 2023 23:19:31 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/scales/how_to_really_use_diminished_scale_in_your_guitar_solos.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/scales/how_to_really_use_diminished_scale_in_your_guitar_solos.html Guitar Scales And Modes: It's not major and it's not minor. So what's the deal?]]> Sat, 13 May 2023 20:55:36 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/how_to_play_in_c6_guitar_tuning.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/how_to_play_in_c6_guitar_tuning.html For Beginners: Learn the basics of c6 guitar tuning with this fun and easy-to-understand guitar lesson!]]> Thu, 11 May 2023 17:30:13 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/soloing/how_to_learn_from_great_singers_to_improve_your_guitar_solos.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/soloing/how_to_learn_from_great_singers_to_improve_your_guitar_solos.html Soloing: Can you sing along to your guitar solos?]]> Thu, 11 May 2023 09:02:29 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/music_theory_tips/why_do_we_have_accidentals.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/music_theory_tips/why_do_we_have_accidentals.html Music Theory Tips: Do you know what accidentals are? ]]> Thu, 11 May 2023 08:58:58 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/5_simple_tips_to_develop_your_guitar_skills_while_jamming_at_home_a_simple_beginners_guide.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/5_simple_tips_to_develop_your_guitar_skills_while_jamming_at_home_a_simple_beginners_guide.html For Beginners: Nothing better than a casual jam session, right?]]> Wed, 10 May 2023 22:34:32 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/the_guide_to/how_to_perform_polyrhythms.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/the_guide_to/how_to_perform_polyrhythms.html The Guide To: Learn to hand-clap any number of beats while foot-tapping any other number.]]> Sun, 07 May 2023 18:09:11 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/guitar_techniques/avoid_these_5_common_mistakes_when_learning_to_fingerpick_guitar.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/guitar_techniques/avoid_these_5_common_mistakes_when_learning_to_fingerpick_guitar.html Guitar Techniques: Things are never that simple. ]]> Sun, 07 May 2023 15:46:33 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/guitar_techniques/ghost_notes_guide_for_guitarists.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/guitar_techniques/ghost_notes_guide_for_guitarists.html Guitar Techniques: ]]> Wed, 26 Apr 2023 12:19:15 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/chords/more_11th_chords_than_you_could_possibly_need.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/chords/more_11th_chords_than_you_could_possibly_need.html Guitar Chords: Expand your sonic horizons.]]> Tue, 25 Apr 2023 09:31:42 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/music_theory_tips/should_music_be_composed_with_theory_or_with_the_power_of_feelings.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/music_theory_tips/should_music_be_composed_with_theory_or_with_the_power_of_feelings.html Music Theory Tips: There seems to be a constant debate among musicians on whether you should study music theory to create music or just ‘feel’ the music and go off of that.]]> Fri, 21 Apr 2023 09:41:56 -0400 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/music_theory_tips/the_most_important_musical_skill_and_how_you_can_get_better_at_it.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/music_theory_tips/the_most_important_musical_skill_and_how_you_can_get_better_at_it.html Music Theory Tips: And you'll never guess what it is. ]]> Sat, 11 Mar 2023 15:35:38 -0500 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/chords/one_chord_that_will_make_your_progressions_sound_so_much_better.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/chords/one_chord_that_will_make_your_progressions_sound_so_much_better.html Guitar Chords: Yeah, just one chord. ]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2023 11:50:15 -0500 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/5_easy_songs_you_should_learn_to_strum.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/5_easy_songs_you_should_learn_to_strum.html For Beginners: A great way to start. ]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2023 13:38:23 -0500 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/scales/3_ways_to_create_music_using_the_mixolydian_mode.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/scales/3_ways_to_create_music_using_the_mixolydian_mode.html Guitar Scales And Modes: Add something new to your music]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2023 12:40:57 -0500 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/chords/how_to_make_sense_of_chords_that_dont_fit_in_the_key_borrowed_chords.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/chords/how_to_make_sense_of_chords_that_dont_fit_in_the_key_borrowed_chords.html Guitar Chords: Here's how you can make your music more interesting. ]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2023 19:05:28 -0500 https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/music_101_part_2.html https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/lessons/for_beginners/music_101_part_2.html For Beginners: Going deeper into it. ]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2023 23:36:48 -0500