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How To: Play "I Wouldn't Believe Your Radio" by Stereophonics

In this tutorial, we learn how to play "I Wouldn't Believe Your Radio" by Stereophonics. Start out by playing the introduction with an A, C, and G chord. After you do this, you will start to play the 5,4, and 3 softly. Once you have done these, your intro to the song will be finished. Practice doing these all together, then play all at once to hear the full effect of the song. After this, continue to play the rest of the song notes, changing in between the different chords. After this, add in...

How To: Play "Detroit Rock City" by KISS on electric guitar

In this video, we learn how to play "Detroit Rock City" by KISS on electric guitar. Start out with Eb, Bb, Gb, Db, Ab, and Eb. Pull of the first fret and go to the second, then do this over four times. Once you have finished this, do it over three more times until you reach the end. Now, you will place your fingers on the fourth string fourth fret, then do these chords over again three more times. There will be another guitar playing Eb, Bb, Gb, Db, Ab, and Eb as you continue on playing this,...

How To: Play "Mud Football" by Jack Johnson on electric guitar

In this video, we learn how to play "Mud Football" by Jack Johnson on electric guitar. Start off with a G chord and fade into the rest of the rhythm. You will play downward, then mute the chords as you go back up. At the end, it will be a really quick play with the hands on the strings. As you finish this, go into the chorus, then start to play out the rest of the verses. You will keep the same rhythm throughout the entire song. You can add in the lyrics as you become more comfortable with pl...

How To: Play "The Trooper" by Iron Maiden on electric guitar

In this video, we, learn how to play "The Trooper" by Iron Maiden on electric guitar. First, practice the rhythm so you get a feel for the song. The first riff will be: E, B, G, D, A, and E. The second riff will be the same, except you will start to play it faster. You will also want to switch between a higher and lower chord as you continue to play the song. Keep playing the riffs until you reach the end of the song. Make sure you have your fingers on the correct chords as you play, then enj...

How To: Play the bassline from "Time is Tight" by Booker T

In this video, we learn how to play the bass line from "Time is Tight" by Booker T. Start with the intro playing the metronome, the chords will be: C, A, and G. You will have CCA, CCA, then CCAG for your rhythm as you are playing. Practice playing this over until you reach the first verse of the song. Now, play F on a higher string, then D, and C. The sequence is, F, F, D, F, D, C, F, D, C, F, D, C, and D. Play eight bars, then continue on to play the rest of the verses throughout the song. W...

How To: Play a basic Blues improvisation on acoustic guitar

In this video, we learn how to play a basic Blues improvisation on acoustic guitar. The idea of this is to jam and have a good time while you are experimenting with your guitar. Start by playing an intro, then continue on playing the minor pentatonic sounds that you can play. You can play only a few notes or play as many as you can. Play with the scale and then improvise where you feel you can. You can also play in with another person if you are feeling comfortable. When finished, you will ha...

How To: Play Velvet Underground's "I'll Be Your Mirror" on guitar

In this video, we learn how to play Velvet Underground: I'll Be Your Mirror on guitar. The only chords you will need to play are: D, G, A, and Em. The guitar should be drop tuned one whole step before you begin to play. Get used to playing the chords first, then start to play them together to make the verses of the song. Play the different sections at first, with the lyrics, then start to add all the sections together to create the entire song. When finished, you will have this Velvet Undergr...

How To: Play Nickelback "If Today Was Your Last Day" on guitar

In this video, we learn how to play Nickelback "If Today Was Your Last Day" on guitar. This is a faster strumming song that has a lot of B minor chords played in it. The other chords you will play for it are a D and an A. The D and A will be played in two measures, then the rest will be played with a B minor. The song goes up and down, then goes back to the quick strumming pattern as before. You may need to get used to how quick this song goes, but it can be done easily after you get the hang...

How To: Play "History" by The Verve on guitar

In this video, we learn how to play "History" by The Verve on guitar. Start with the intro twice, which is E, A, D, G, B, and e. Once you have played the intro, start out with playing the first verse. It starts with G, then moves to D, A, E, then Asus 2, Em, C, and D. Play the intro over and add in the first verse, adding in the lyrics to the first line. After this, continue on the play the rest of the versus, and also add in the chorus. As you continue, add in more lyrics and perfect the son...

How To: Play "Space Oddity" by David Bowie on the guitar

In this video, we learn how to play "Space Oddity" by David Bowie. For the chorus, you will play an F minor 7, then an E minor. For the verse, you will play a C 2, then E minor, A minor, and A minor 7. Continue to play through the song using different chords and strings to get the different sounds in the song to sound correct. Once you get through the entire song, play through from beginning to end without stopping. After you have this down, you can add in the lyrics to get them to sound righ...

How To: Do an 8-ball position play in pool

In this video, we learn how to play pool with a lesson in 8-ball position play. If you are playing a game of 8-all and you are the stripes, it's good if you end up in a position in the middle of the balls. You want to increase the margin of error by playing for an area of the table that supplies options. When possible, you want to play for more than one ball. Choose a ball that will give you the best chance of getting a ball or two in and placing the cue ball in a spot to where you will be ab...

How To: Play the old spiritual song "Morning Has Broken" on guitar

In this video, we learn how to play the old spiritual "Morning has broken" on guitar. Start with D, then G, A, F#, B, G7, C, F, and C when you first begin the song. Then, play D on the different frets so you are getting different sounds each time you touch the strings. As you continue to play through the song, learn the different strings individually so you know how to play them properly. Play the song in sections before you group all of them together. When finished, you will have one complet...

How To: Play the drums like a rock star

Have you always wanted to be the drummer in a famous rock and roll band, but you're still just a beginner? This tutorial starts from the very beginning and shows you how to play the drums, starting with a basic, versatile beat. The tutorials gradually increase, until, at the end, you'll be a rock star on the drums.

How To: Play glissando on the piano

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to play glissando on the piano. This task is very easy, fast and simple to do. Glissando is basically playing all the notes of the piano. When playing glissando, use the tip of the thumb to slide down the piano. When going up the glissando, use the tip of the middle finger and slide it up the piano. The fingers might hurt at first, but you will eventually get used to it with the more you play the glissando. This video will benefit those viewers who en...

How To: Play minor chords on the piano

There's no getting around it: if you want to get good at playing the piano or any other keyboard instrument, you'll need to practice. Fortunately, the Internet is awash in free piano lessons, like this one from Piano Play It, which make the task not only easy but fun. For more information, and to get started playing minor chords your own piano, take a look.

How To: Play "Cooler Than Me" by Mike Posner on the piano

Want to know how to play Mike Posner's "Cooler Than Me" on your piano or keyboard? Learn how with this free video piano lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, pianists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing this song own keyboard instrument, watch this how-to!

How To: Play lead guitar like a professional

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to play lead guitar. Lead guitar plays melody lines, instrumental fill passages, and guitar solos. When learning to play the lead guitar, the first thing that users should do is to start by playing the minor pentatonic scale, which can be used over progressions such as minor progressions. A second technique is to learn how to bend, hammer-on and vibrato. This video provides a demonstration of each technique for the viewers to easily understand and fol...

How To: Play an easy version of Big Star's "Thirteen"

Want to know how to play a simplified version of Big Star's "Thirteen" on your acoustic guitar? While this free video lesson is best suited for intermediate players, guitarists of all skill levels can play along given a little time effort. For more information, and to get started playing this Alex Chilton classic on your own guitar–a song famously covered by Elliott Smith—, watch this how-to!

How To: Play the Beatles' "In My Life" on an electric bass

Want to know how to play the bass line to the Beatles' "In My Life"? Learn how with this free video bass lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, bassists of all skill levels can play along given a little time and effort. For more information, and to get started playing this John Lennon song on your own electric bass, watch this how-to!

How To: Play "Mount Wroclai" by Beirut on the accordion

Interested in playing Beirut's "Mount Wroclai" on your accordion? See how it's done with this free video accordion lesson, which presents a complete breakdown of the song. While this tutorial is geared toward those who already have some knowledge of the accordion, accordionists of all skill level should be able to follow along given adequate time and effort. For more information, and to get started playing "Mount Wroclai" on your own squeezebox, take a look!

How To: Play "Airplanes" by B.O.B. on the piano

Want to know how to play B.O.B.'s "Airplanes" on your piano or keyboard? Learn how with this free video piano lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, pianists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing this "Airplanes" on your own keyboard instrument, watch this how-to!

How To: Play "Message in a Bottle" by the Police on the bass

See how to play the Police's "Message in a Bottle" on the bass with this free video bass lesson, which presents a complete, step-by-step breakdown of the song. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, bassists of all skill levels can play along given a little time and effort. For more information, and to get started playing this classic Sting song on your own bass guitar, watch this how-to!

How To: Play the bass line to "Rain" by the Beatles

Want to know how to play the bass line to the Beatles' "Rain"? Learn how with this free video bass lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, bassists of all skill levels can play along given a little time and effort. For more information, and to get started playing this John Lennon song on your own electric bass, watch this how-to!

How To: Play "Vanilla Twilight" by Owl City on the piano

Want to know how to play Owl City's "Vanilla Twilight" on your piano or keyboard? Learn how with this free video piano lesson, which presents a complete overview of the song and its chords. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, pianists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing this song on your own keyboard instrument, watch this how-to!

How To: Play "Use Somebody" by Kings of Leon on the piano

Want to know how to play Kings of Leon's "Use Somebody" on your piano or keyboard? Learn how with this free video piano lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, pianists of all skill levels can play along given a little time and sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing this song on your own keyboard instrument, watch this how-to!

How To: Play "I Just Called To Say I Love You" on piano

Want to know how to play Stevie Wonder's "I Just Called to Say I Love You" on your piano or keyboard? Learn how with this free video piano lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, pianists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing this classic ballad on your own keyboard instrument, watch this how-to!

How To: Play Chicago's "Hard To Say I'm Sorry" on piano

Want to know how to play Chicago's "Hard to Say I'm Sorry" on your piano or keyboard? Learn how with this free video piano lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, pianists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing "Hard to Say I'm Sorry" on your own keyboard instrument, watch this how-to!

How To: Play "Baby" by Justin Bieber on piano

Interested in playing Justin Bieber's "Baby" on your piano or keyboard? See how it's done with this free video piano lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, pianists of all skill levels can play along given a little time and sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing "Baby" on your own keyboard instrument, watch this how-to!

How To: Play "True" by Spandau Ballet on the piano

Interested in playing Spandau Ballet's "True" on your piano or keyboard? Learn how with this free video piano lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, pianists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing "True" on your own keyboard instrument, watch this how-to!

How To: Play "First Love" by Pehla Nasha on piano

Want to know how to play Pehla Nasha's "First Love" on your piano or keyboard? Learn how with this free video piano lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, pianists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing Pehla Nasha's "First Love" on your own keyboard instrument, watch this how-to!

How To: Play "I Miss You" by Blink 182 on the piano

Want to know how to play Blink 182's "I Miss You" on your piano or keyboard? Learn how with this free video piano lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, pianists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing this pop-punk song on your own keyboard instrument, watch this how-to!

How To: Play the intro to "Crazy Train" on electric guitar

Looking for a guide on how to play the introductory riff to Ozzy Osbourne's "Crazy Train" on your electric guitar? You've found it. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players (advanced ones should be able to figure out the song themselves), beginning guitarists should also be able to play along given a little time and effort. Play "Crazy Train" à la Randy Rhoads with this video guide.

How To: Play "Norwegian Wood" by the Beatles on guitar

Want to know how to play "Norwegian Wood" by the Beatles on the guitar? Learn how with this free video guitar lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, guitarists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing this John Lennon song on your own guitar, watch this how-to!

How To: Play the intro to "Under the Bridge" by the RHCP

Want to know how to play the introduction to "Under the Bridge" by Red Hot Chili Peppers on the guitar? Learn how with this free video guitar lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, guitarists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing RHCP's "Under the Bridge" on your own guitar, watch this how-to!

How To: Play "Broken" by Seether on guitar

Want to know how to play "Broken" by Seether on the guitar? Learn how with this free video guitar lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, guitarists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing this song on your own guitar, watch this how-to!

How To: Play "Hey Stephen" by Taylor Swift

Want to know how to play "Hey Stephen" by Taylor Swift on the guitar? Learn how with this free video guitar lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, guitarists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing Taylor Swift's "Hey Stephen" on your own guitar, watch this how-to!

How To: Play Lil Wayne's "Ms. Officer" on acoustic guitar

Want to know how to play "Ms. Officer" by Lil' Wayne on the guitar? Learn how with this free video guitar lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, guitarists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing this song on your own guitar, watch this how-to!

How To: Play Jack Johnson's Sitting Waiting Wishing on guitar

Want to know how to play "Sitting, Waiting, Wishing" by Jack Johnson on guitar? Learn how with this free video guitar lesson. While this tutorial is best suited for intermediate players, guitarists of all skill levels can play along given a little sticktoitiveness. For more information, and to get started playing this song on your own guitar, watch this how-to!