Rhythm Guitar Lessons

Welcome to the rhythm guitar lessons hub. From here, you can access free lessons that will take you through the techniques and skills of how to play rhythm guitar, allowing you to play more technically equipped and with an open mind.

So what part does a rhythm guitarist play in a band? Some people like to put the emphasis on supporting the percussion and bass. others see the role of rhythm guitar to lay down a defined chord progression which allows the lead instrument(s) to harmonize over. Others say "all of the above" :o)

Whatever your definition of rhythm guitar, there are many aspects and techniques to learn so you can become inventive with your playing.

So, take a look through the rhythm guitar lessons below and make sure you equip yourself with the playing tools you need to bring out your own, unique style - and that is what's important here.

Guitar Strumming Series

In this series, you'll learn essential strumming techniques. Starting with the basics (if you need), moving onto more complex strumming patterns and chord change rhythms, use this course to lay the foundations for your own experimentation. Features video, audio and clear diagrams. Enjoy!

Guitar Chord Picking Techniques

Covers flatpicking styles and exercises to help you improve your picking accuracy, rhythm and timing. Learn the essential "rules" of alternate picking, string skipping and other common picking styles.

Chord Phrasing

Learn more about how to use chords more effectively by applying various note "phrases" around the basic chord shapes. You must know your barre shapes (above) before you take this lesson!

Part 1: Single string phrases
Part 2: Floating phrases

More to come soon!