Notewize Electric Guitar:
Introduction
The Notewize Electric Guitar Introduction will get you familiar with your instrument, including how to hold the guitar, tune the strings, play notes, and read guitar tablature (TAB). If you're new to the guitar, these lessons will create a solid foundation to help you succeed in your musical journey!
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Parts of the Guitar
This first lesson includes everything you need to know about the different parts of the guitar, including the body, neck, headstock, and fretboard.
Holding the Guitar
Did you know there's more than one way to hold your guitar? There are three main options for how to hold the instrument, and we cover them all here.
Tuning the Guitar
Keeping your guitar in tune is essential to sounding like a pro. In this lesson we explore how to tune your strings and how to use Standard Tuning, the most common tuning for guitars.
Playing Notes
A great lesson about playing open strings and fretted notes, and the best techniques for both, including how to hold a pick, and using your fingertips on the fretboard.
Reading Guitar TAB
Guitarists often use tablature (TAB) instead of standard notation with notes and rests. Check out the basics of reading guitar TAB, including how the lines relate to the strings.
Intro to Chords
Chords are an important part of playing guitar, and they can be written in guitar TAB or using chord shapes. Check out both options in this quick lesson.
Intro to Scales
Scales should be an essential part of your practice, as they are the basis of all melodies, riffs, and solos. Here's a quick lesson on how to read and play scales on the guitar.