Introduction:

If you know about Nirvana, the band, you know them for this one song Come As You Are. It is their most iconic song of all time, and it’s a must-learn for beginners who want to make it big in the guitar and rock scene. 

Strumming Pattern:

This particular song follows a plucking/ riff-based rhythm rather than using traditional strumming. The iconic riff can still be played using this pattern: D D U D D U. 

• D = Down Strum 
• U = Up Strum

Song Structure 

Introduction: The introduction starts with explaining to you how to tune your guitar and how to turn your guitar down to a whole step to get the exact sound which you hear on record. 

Chords and Rhythm: Over here you will be learning how to play the basic power chords that are part of this song along with the rhythm which you will be following. Keep in mind, if you are using standard tuning, you have to use a whole step lower chords. 

Song Arrangement: Here you will be given a walkthrough of each section of the tune, most of the tunes for this song are somewhat related to the intro riff. So you have mastered the starting riff and the rest will be much easier. 

Intro Riff and Solo: Here again you will be learning how to play the center riff which results in the different tunes that you get in the song. 

Song Demo: In this part J.J Pattishall is going to show you how to play the entire song with the backing track. 

Sing and Play: This section is all about J.J giving you tips and tricks on how to play the song as well as sing it. He will show you the coordination tricks you can use to keep up with the song.

Why Learn Come As You Are (Complete) By Nirvana? 

The opening riff of the song is simple and easy to learn making it great for impressive others. Also, it takes the benefit of minor scales with the addition of a slight bluesy feel, and in order to play it you will have to learn alternate picking technique and smooth transitions. 

FAQs-This Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. What is the meaning of the song Come As You Are by Nirvana? 

Ans. The song is about how people are expected to act when struggle arrives in their life. Still, the song is filled with contradictory meanings and it is full of confusion, similar to how most people are in their lives.  

Q2. What genre does Come As You Are fall in? 

Ans. This particular song falls in the category of grunge alternative rock, the song writer is none-other than Kurt Cobain who was the lead singer of the band Nirvana. 

Q3. Which one is the saddest song from Curt Cobain?

Ans. The most haunting and saddest song ever written and recorded by Curt Cobain was Something In The Way. The tragic tune of the song is entirely written by the lead singer himself. 

Hotel California - Introduction

Welcome to the guitar lesson on the acoustic version of one of the greatest songs of all time, Hotel California by The Eagles. This specific arrangement replaces the original electric instruments with nylon-string guitars, creating a different interpretation of the song. The track keeps the same chord progression and structure as the studio version but uses fingerpicking patterns and multiple guitar harmonies.

Hotel California, as writer Henley put it, is more of a symbolic piece about America in general, and added, “Lyrically, the song deals with traditional or classical themes of conflict: darkness and light, good and evil, youth and age, the spiritual versus the secular. I guess you could say it's a song about the loss of innocence”.

The song follows a narrative about a traveller staying at a mysterious hotel, with lyrics that some interpret as commentary on American culture, for instance, the most iconic line of the song being “you can check out anytime you like, but you can never leave”.

Hotel California Guitar Lesson

Hotel California guitar lesson is taught by our beloved expert, Mike Walker, who explains all the different sections of the song in a section-by-section manner, starting from the intro that talks about the chords and different voicings of those chords, through the acoustic overdubs and the guitar solo section.

The song features a number of minor 7ths, dominants, suspended and augmented chords. The intro alone covers all these variations of these chords. The tutor, nevertheless, goes into detail explaining how to play them using a fingerpicking pattern.

The song is written in B minor; the live acoustic version uses a capo on the 7th fret, making it an E minor. The intro follows a repeating progression of Em-B7-Dsus-A7-C-G-Am7-B7, which establishes the harmonic foundation.

Since this is an acoustic version of the song, played by multiple guitarists. There are a number of artistic motifs and embellishments using techniques like double stops, arpeggios, and most importantly, the individual guitarists harmonising with each other throughout the song.

The tutor explains all the solos of the song in great detail, the last of which features some of the notes from the harmonic minor scale, which carry a signature sound of the desert, or the Middle East. This lends itself literally to the theme of the narrative of the song.

FAQs

Q. Do I need a nylon-string guitar to play this version?

While the original recording uses nylon strings, you can play it on a steel-string acoustic. The tone will sound brighter, but the chords and techniques remain the same.

Q. Why is the capo on the 7th fret? Can I play it without one?

The capo transposes the chords to match the original key (B minor) and allows easier open-position shapes. Without a capo, you’ll need to play full barre chords in B minor.

Introduction

Disturbed is known as a heavy metal band. When the band was starting out, the sound they followed was more of “nu metal”. Guarded was a promotional single from the band’s third album, Ten Thousand Fists. The lyrics show how the lifestyle forces David Draiman to guard himself on a certain level.

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: This song does not use traditional arpeggios. It is primarily a riff-driven song that includes heavy power chords in addition to the chugging rhythms. 

Strumming Pattern 

If you notice, the song's main riff has a more galloping tone. As a result, the strumming pattern that you need to follow for this song is: D - DUD - D - DUD

• D = Down strum
• U = Up strum
• - = Brief pause (muted)

Song Structure 

Introduction: In this introduction, Mike Walker, who will be your guitar instructor for this song lesson, explains how to tune your electric guitar. 

Song Arrangement: This is the part where you will learn all the chord progressions you will use in this song. 

Song Demo: This is the last part of the guitar lesson. Mike will play the entire guitar section of the song alongside the backing track. 

Introduction

It’s Time is the debut single by the American rock band Imagine Dragons. The song was released as the leading single from the band’s first major label EP which was Continued Silence. In the same year the band included this song in their first feature album. 

It’s Time is the staple of Imagine Dragons’s live concert; they usually play this song in the beginning of their performance as it is the first song which gave the band its much needed recognition in the American music scene. 

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song It's Time as part of our guitar series on English songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Song Arrangement and Song Demo. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: The song It’s Time is present in the key of D 

Strumming Pattern 

The strumming pattern that you have to follow for this song is D-DU-UD-DU, which means: 

• D = Down strum
• U = Up strum
• - = Pause or slight break

Song Structure 

Introduction: In this part of the guitar lesson Mike Walker your music instructor is going to show you the tuning requirements for the song. 

Song Arrangement: Here, you are going to learn how to play specific chords in the open chord style. In addition to this, you will also learn the lick, which you will be playing over and over again in the verses. 

Song Demo: This is the last part of this guitar song lesson where Mike is going to teach you how to play the guitar section alongside the backing track. 

Welcome to the guitar lesson on The Sound of Silence, one of the most haunting and powerful songs ever written. Released by Simon & Garfunkel in 1964, the song didn’t make waves at first. It quietly existed on their debut album until producer Tom Wilson decided to give it a second life by adding electric instruments to the original acoustic track. Without even telling Paul Simon or Art Garfunkel, he released this new version in 1965, and it became an instant hit. It shot to No.1 on the Billboard charts and launched Simon & Garfunkel into the spotlight.

The song's opening line — “Hello darkness, my old friend” — has become a symbol for loneliness, reflection, and the strange comfort we sometimes find in silence. The lyrics talk about people living in a world full of noise but no real connection, “talking without speaking, hearing without listening.” There’s a spiritual emptiness to the world the song describes, and that’s what makes it timeless. 

The Sound of Silence – Guitar Lesson

In this lesson, Steve Luciano teaches you how to play a gentle and stripped-down acoustic version of The Sound of Silence that captures the soul of the original. The song is originally in the key of E-flat minor, but we simplify that by placing a capo on the 5th fret and playing in the key of A minor. This makes it accessible and comfortable to play without losing the depth of the song. 

The chords in this version include Am, Asus2, G, Gsus2, C, F, and Fsus2 — a mix of minor and suspended chords. If you're not sure what suspended chords are, just think of them as a version of a normal chord that adds a little tension or openness. For example, Asus2 is just A minor with the second note of the scale instead of the third. It creates a soft, unresolved feeling.

The rhythm of the song is slow, and you’re encouraged to let the notes ring out. The strumming pattern is subtle, with light down and up strokes that follow the vocal phrasing. Steve also covers some of the picking that gives this song its texture. You’ll learn how to add small variations using simple fingerpicking techniques to give your version some character. The lesson is very much about feeling the song, not just playing the right chords. 

FAQs

Q1. What level of guitar player is this lesson for?

Ans. This version is great for beginner to intermediate players. If you can play basic open chords and use a capo, you’re ready to start learning this.

Q2. What tuning should I use for this version of the song?

Ans. Standard tuning (E A D G B e), with a capo on the 5th fret to match the original key.

Q3. What’s the deal with suspended chords like Asus2 and Fsus2?

Ans. Suspended chords replace the third with the second scale degree note that gives the chord an airy or unresolved sound. 

One of our childhood memories at Torrins that made us rock fans, is seeing Slash walking out from the church, lighting up his cigarette and playing the most iconic riff while wearing the most badass leather jacket in an open space of farmland with clouds and heavy winds surrounding him. 

All of this resulted in the cinematic rock ballad, which stands as a towering achievement in the guitar-driven emotional rock anthem of the 1990s.The guitar work crafted by Slash has a character of its own, and it adds another layer of drama to Axl Rose’s haunting vocals. 

The layered guitar parts of the song are layered beautifully; you will find delicate acoustic fingerpicking to soaring, unforgettable solos, thus creating a dynamic tension-release arc throughout the song. 

For this expansive guitar journey, which is both technical proficient and expressive, we have called one of our most experienced guitar trainers, Mike Walker. He will show you different methods and tricks for learning emotive bends, precise vibrato, and tasteful phrasing that eschews flashy speed for heartfelt delivery. 

Why Learn November Rain By Guns N' Roses On Guitar?

From this guitar lesson, Mike is quickly going to move your attention towards the dynamics and tone you need to acquire for this song. In addition to this, he will show you how to get that nuanced touch that leads to clarity and warmth for learning intricate fingerstyling patterns. 

After that, the song will progress to electric sections, and the focus will shift from Slash’s tasteful use of bends, vibrato and phrasing to melodic storytelling, which keeps the listener hooked till the very last note. 

FAQs – November Rain By Guns N' Roses Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. What are some of the primary guitar techniques that I will be learning in the guitar lesson of November Rain by Guns N' Roses? 

Ans. Here is the list of main guitar techniques you will be learning from this guitar lesson: 

• Fingerstyle picking 
• Palm muting 
• String bending and vibrato
• Alternate picking 
• Slides and hammer-ons/ pull-offs 

Q2. What tuning should I use to play November Rain by Guns N' Roses on my guitar? 

Ans. The song is being played half-step down, so you need to tune your guitar a semitone lower than the standard tuning to match the original recording tune.

Q3. Are there any tabs included in November Rain by Guns N' Roses?

Ans. Yes, we have provided the complete list of tabs for each part of this guitar lesson. You have to click on the “Tabs” section on the webpage to check them out. 

“Hey! Teacher, leave those kids alone.

All in all, it's just another brick in the wall.

All in all, you’re just another brick in the wall.”

​This single chorus has completely changed the way people perceive rock music. It is one of the rare songs that shows you what a guitar can actually do when it is placed in the hands of someone who actually has an understanding of music architecture.

​If you are coming here expecting this to be a normal guitar lesson, then you are in for a surprise. This song demands that you understand why it exists and its significance in music history. It is the only song by Pink Floyd that was able to reach the number one spot.

Another brick in the wall is the amalgamation of disco beats, a children’s choir singing protest slogans in unison, and the most devastating guitar solo in rock history. This is one of the songs that was banned in South Africa, and after you complete this lesson, we are sure you will have another level of appreciation for the six strings of the guitar. ​

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Here is the list of all the chords that you need to learn for “Another brick in the wall:”

Primary chords

• Dm (D minor) — x57765 (barre chord at 5th fret)
• G (G major) — 355433 (barre chord) or compact triad around 10th fret
• F (F major) — 133211 (barre chord at 1st fret)
• C (C major) — x32010 (open position) or x35553 (barre at 3rd fret)

Additional Chord (in some versions):

• Gm (G minor) — 355333 (barre chord at 3rd fret) — appears in Part 1 and transitional sections.

Here is the structure of the chord progression that you need to follow:

Verse: Dm keep it sustained with syncopated rhythm

Chorus: F → C → Dm, use this when playing ("All in all it's just another brick in the wall")

For bridge and transition, go with: Dm → G → Gm → D.

FAQs – Another Brick in the Wall By Pink Floyd Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. What style of rhythm is used for the song Another Brick in the wall when played on guitar?

Ans. You have to blend rock with disco/ funk influence, make sure to be accurate on timing, have muted strums, and stay consistent with the pulse.

​Q2. What should be the picking technique for the song Another Brick in the wall?

Ans. Use alternate picking to maintain speed and consistency. When you are playing expressive notes, you need to combine with slides and bends.

​Q3. What are some techniques that I will be learning through this song?

Ans. This song helps you in improving groove timing, muting control, chord stamina, and interest lead phrasing.

Welcome to the guitar lesson on Summer Song by Joe Satriani — one of the most iconic instrumental rock tracks to come out of the early '90s. Released in 1992 as part of his fourth studio album, The Extremist, this track quickly carved out a place for itself in the world of guitar music. It peaked at number five on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart and helped push the album to No. 22 on the U.S. Billboard 200. The album even went Gold, and it’s not hard to see why.

The track is known not just for its soaring guitar leads, but for the summer energy it brings with it. The music video, which shows the band playing in the middle of a demolition derby, is as chaotic and fun as the song itself. It’s a pure adrenaline hit. Over the years, Summer Song has become a must-play in Satriani’s live shows, making appearances in multiple live albums. You might’ve even heard it in old racing video games like Gran Turismo 4 or Formula 1.

Summer Song – Guitar Lesson

This lesson is taught by Mike Walker, who takes you through Summer Song in a section-by-section breakdown that makes learning this powerhouse of a track actually feel possible. The song is in the key of A major, which gives it that bright and positive sound. But don’t let the sunny vibe fool you — there’s some real technical stuff going on here. Mike walks you through all of it, breaking down the fast alternate picking, palm muting, and legato phrasing that make Satriani’s style stand out.

One of the coolest things about this lesson is how Mike explains Satriani’s approach to melody. Even though it's an instrumental track, Summer Song is full of hooks. There are clear sections that repeat, just like verses and choruses in a regular pop song. Mike helps you recognise those sections and explains how to transition between them smoothly. The riffs may be fast and energetic, but they’re also extremely musical, and Mike keeps the focus on playing clean, not just fast.

You’ll also learn about the tone setup for this track. Mike also gives tips on handling the whammy bar, which Satriani uses tastefully to add a touch of expression without going overboard. 

Mike simplifies all of this so it doesn’t feel like a music theory lecture — it just makes sense while you're playing. The full demonstration at the end of the lesson lets you play along with Mike, so by the time you’re done, you’re learning how to perform it. 

FAQs

Q1. Is Summer Song beginner friendly?

Ans. Not quite. This song is best for intermediate to advanced players. There's fast picking, quick transitions, and some technical solo phrasing. But if you're up for a challenge, Mike breaks it all down clearly.

Q2. What tuning is used in Summer Song?

Ans. Standard tuning — E A D G B E. Just plug in and go.