Chords
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How chords can literally be turned on their heads to produce interesting new harmonic effects in songwriting
By Richard Barrett published
Using inversions – or slash chords as they are more commonly known – is a great way of experimenting with familiar chords

How to apply consecutive scale tones in your playing with cluster chords
By Richard Barrett published
Five inspirational ideas to take cluster chords out of the realm of fretboard theory and into something you can put into practice

Learn 10 of the Beatles' signature chord secrets
By Total Guitar editors last updated
We delve into the wonderful world of Beatles harmony with a look at the trademark shapes and progressions of the Fab Four

How to transform the C major chord into something magical
By Richard Barrett published
Few players go weak at the knees at the thought of a C major, but with a couple of different voicings it gives us a world of interesting and versatile sounds to work with

How to journey across the fretboard using wide-interval chords
By Richard Barrett published
Take the route less traveled when it comes to chord voicings, and add new shapes to shake up your songwriting

Extended guitar chords explained
By Richard Barrett published
Adding notes to a chord to enrich harmony can be a confusing topic – and gymnastic for the fingers. We're here to help

Stuck in a power chord rut? Try these 5 smart alternatives
By Richard Barrett published
Voicings that go beyond the usual ‘5’ chord can make for some impactful and harmonically interesting sounds

Funk up your chords with these minimal vamp-friendly blues shapes
By Richard Barrett published
When the mix is crowded by other instrumentation, simplifying your chords can help your playing stand out
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