When to use it: For a relaxed, but generally major key vibe. Over a I-IV-V progression (such as G-C-D) where the V chord is the root (D-C-G). Mixolydian is a versatile scale. Its sonic signature is ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Courtesy of Jim Oblon In my last column, we looked at some rhythm and lead approaches to ...

Despite the technical name arpeggios are a really simple concept, provided you know a handful of chords. The idea is that instead of strumming a chord you play it one note at a time. The technique is ...