Rhythm Guitar

  [This is an excerpt from my Speedy Chord Changes Course, which is available exclusively as a bonus with the Rhythm Laced Column Course. It might be edited for the purpose of this article.] Learning to change guitar chords quickly and smoothly is a must-have skill for any guitarist, whether you are a beginner or […]

  One of the first things you encounter when learning to play the guitar is mastering open chords, often called cowboy chords or first-position chords. These basic chords form the foundation for countless songs, and knowing how to play them is a must-have skill for any beginner guitarist. They are like the basic Lego bricks,