Building a Groove: Learn & Master Guitar Tips

Having the ability to play chords is an important skill for a guitar player, but if you want to truly sound like a professional, you need to have a solid rhythmic groove.

In the video above Steve Krenz from Learn and Master Guitar shows you how to build accents and rhythms playing an A7 chord.  If you make sure to key in on what a drummer is doing, this will help you add some spice to your guitar playing, and build a great groove even when using basic chords.

Try not to view chords only as blocks and chords and harmonies, think of them as what you can pull out of them from a rhythmic standpoint as well.  Also, try playing along with a drum track to make sure you’re in the pocket and maintain your groove.