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Music Theory Lessons for Guitar - Unlocking the Magic of Your Instrument



I'm excited that you've managed to stumble across this page about music theory lessons for guitar.

The fact that your reading this right now shows that you have the dedication to not only want to play the guitar, but also learn the inner workings of why music sounds the way it does.

The music theory lessons for guitar found here will only strengthen your playing ability and knowledge of your instrument. The more you understand how the components of music work with one another the easier it will be for you to manipulate these characteristics to achieve the tonal sounds you want.

Let's Begin!


Music Theory Lessons for Guitar | Section 1


The Major Scale


Before you can begin to understand anything we will be discussing throughout the course of these theory lessons for guitar you must first understand the major scale and it's intervalic make-up.

The Major Scale is the basis of western music, and the scale that chords and other harmonies are constructed from and symbolized against.

Learn the major scale now!


Music Theory Lessons for Guitar | Section 2


Building Chords


With a good working knowledge of the major scale you should now be ready to tackle some guitar chord theory. Learning how to build chords will greatly improve your understanding of the relationship chords have to scales. It can also be a fun way to discover new and exciting sounds that will expand your chord vocabulary.

Part 1 - Build Chords in any Key

Part 2 - Understanding Major and Minor Triads

Part 3 - Diminished Chords

Part 4 - Augmented Chords



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