The open chords on the chord chart don't cover every chord. For instance, what about the sharps (#) and flats (b)? Fortunately, By knowing just a few extra chord shapes, you can play just about any other chord you need.

The chord shapes on the following chart can start from any fret. For instance, the 5th fret of the E string is the note A. So if you play the major form of the barre chord, it turns into A major. if you go to the 6th fret, it will become A# major. Let's try a few:

Putting them into a chord structure, let's try:

Bm - F# - A - E

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B is on the second fret of the A string, and F# is on the second fret of the E string.

As for those power chords, about half of every rock song ever written is based in these, so learn them well! chances are you will get to use them.

Well, this concludes the beginner's training. We would like to ask once again for you to Donate if you can. If you become proficient in these concepts, you will have the tools you need to get started in the world of music on the guitar. In the very near future, I plan on creating more lessons that will go in depth into lead guitar and songwriting. The last lesson in this series is an article on philosophy. Read it if you'd like to. Otherwise, ask any questions in the Questions Forum, or maybe look for a band in Your Area.