Guitar Technique Dictionary

In progress

Fingerpicking, strumming, chord shapes, scales and fretboard theory for acoustic, electric and classical guitar.

7 sections, 132 terms planned

Right Hand
24 techniques
Fingerpicking, strumming patterns, pick technique, palm muting
Left Hand
22 techniques
Chord shapes, barre technique, hammer-on, pull-off, bends, slides
Posture and Hold
12 terms
Classical and casual position, strap height, footstool
Fretboard Theory
20 terms
CAGED system, scale patterns, intervals across strings
Tab and Notation
18 terms
Reading tablature, chord charts, standard notation
Instrument Anatomy
20 parts
Headstock, nut, frets, pickups, bridge, saddle
Styles
16 terms
Classical, flamenco, blues, rock, jazz, fingerstyle

This encyclopedia is being written. In the meantime, explore the violin technique dictionary, which is complete with 230 defined terms, browse the rest of the music dictionary, or use our free practice tools.

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