Blowin’ In The Wind (for beginners)

This is a song that I would introduce to an adult student on perhaps their first or second guitar lesson. At this early stage, it will be difficult to press down the strings hard enough. Remember to press down as hard as you can, to use the tips of your fingers and to get  as [...]

Whiskey In The Jar – Acoustic Guitar Chords

Here is a good old drinking song to rouse your spirits on a cold night. Whiskey In The Jar has been sung, played and enjoyed by many people over the years including The Dubliners, Thin Lizzy and Metallica (click on the links to hear the different versions). My arrangement is for beginners, it’s easy to play as soon as a [...]

Fingerstyle Guitar Lessons

Playing acoustic fingerstyle guitar along to a singer or other melodic instrumentalist is a fantastic way to complement the melody of a song. All you need to play simple fingerstyle acoustic guitar are some basic chords and some patient practice on your picking hand technique. Please do take a look at the following fingerstyle guitar lessons and enjoy [...]