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Sponsored by Elixir® Strings: While alternate tunings like Drop D and DADGAD are commonly used by solo acoustic guitarists, there are plenty more options that will open new creative possibilities. In this video, Elixir® Strings artist Tom Anello opts for DADGCE for a beautiful version of Childish Gambino’s “Redbone.” If you haven’t used this particular tuning before,…
Sponsored by Elixir® Strings: Elixir® Strings artist Jake Fine breaks down the four chord acoustic guitar progression that underpins Rosa Linn’s song “Snap.” Even beginners will be able to get their hands round the simple open position chords with a bit of practice and, as Jake mentions, it’s a great feel that you can apply in various…
Sponsored by Elixir® Strings: Once you’ve mastered the basics of 12 bar blues, adding turnarounds at the end of a chord progression to return to the start is a great next step. Turnarounds are a distinctive element of both electric and acoustic blues and can be used in all sorts of settings. Mandy Rowden, Austin, Texas-based singer…
Sponsored by Elixir® Strings: The title track of her 2020 album, ‘Positions’ was a huge hit for Ariana Grande. With a muted nylon guitar-style figure powering the song’s verse, it’s an obvious choice for a full-on solo fingerstyle acoustic guitar arrangement. That’s exactly what Elixir® Strings artist Tom Anello has for us here. Watch as he performs…
Sponsored by Elixir® Strings: Have you ever wondered what effect your choice of string gauge has on the sound and playability of your acoustic guitar? In this video, award-winning acoustic guitarist Michael Watts compares three gauges of Elixir® Phosphor Bronze Strings on the same instrument. Using gauges 11-52 (custom light), 12-53 (light) and 13-56 (medium), Michael plays…