Articles tagged with: "blues guitar"

Power Chords: The Foundation of Rock Music

Power Chords: The Foundation of Rock Music

Published on 25 May, 2025

Power chords, consisting of a root and perfect fifth, are the foundation of rock music. These simple yet powerful two-note structures work exceptionally well with distortion and have revolutionized popular …

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Pentatonic Scales: Universal Simplicity and Expression

Pentatonic Scales: Universal Simplicity and Expression

Published on 17 May, 2025

Pentatonic scales, with their five notes per octave, are part of the musical traditions of virtually all cultures. This article explores the two main variants—major and minor—analyzing their structure, sonority, …

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The Hendrix Chord - Exploring the Dominant 7#9

The Hendrix Chord - Exploring the Dominant 7#9

Published on 17 May, 2025

Discover the iconic Hendrix chord (dominant 7#9) - its structure, history, and practical applications in rock, blues, and beyond. Learn how this distinctive sound revolutionized guitar-based music.

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