by Shane Sanders | Jan 13, 2025 | Learn, Video
Let Kirk Fletcher guide you toward creative blues turnarounds In this Gibson App video, modern blues star Kirk Fletcher guides you toward using blues turnarounds, showcasing a country-blues-inspired turnaround in the key of E. This is perfect for bridging between...
by Shane Sanders | Jan 6, 2025 | Learn, Video
Learn how to play this classic blues guitar groove courtesy of Kirk Fletcher, a modern blues master In this Gibson App lesson, modern blues star Kirk Fletcher dives into a classic blues rhythm, perfect for shuffles and swing blues. Using ninth chords, this groove...
by Gibson Staff | Jan 1, 2025 | Learn
Understand the key differences between electric and acoustic guitars to choose your ideal match You’ve set your sights on becoming the next great guitarist—your generation’s Jimi Hendrix. The first step to mastering the art of the riff? Choosing the perfect guitar. ...
by Gibson Staff | Dec 31, 2024 | Learn
Learning guitar is one of many paths to creativity, relaxation, and personal expression If you’ve been bitten by the music bug, you might be considering picking up and learning the guitar. But how do guitarists learn to shred, strum, and fingerpick with ease? In this...
by Gibson Staff | Dec 30, 2024 | Learn
When your strings are harmonious, a guitar is magical Guitar tuning is a must for every player—unless you want to strum ear-splitting chords or induce a cringe among the seasoned musicians in your midst. But what does standard guitar tuning look like, and how do you...
by Gibson Staff | Dec 27, 2024 | Learn
Learning the slang, lingo, and technical nomenclature in guitar culture helps players progress Learning to play guitar isn’t unlike learning another language. On top of general music theory jargon, you’ll also encounter a number of acoustic guitar terms that may be...