Beat
One steady count in the pulse. In most beginner examples here, count 1-2-3-4.
Glossary
Common lesson terms
This glossary keeps recurring lesson vocabulary in one place so beginner-friendly pages can stay clear without explaining every term from scratch each time.
Chord pattern
The full order of chords you repeat, such as Am to F to C to G.
Chord tone
A note that already belongs to the chord underneath, so it usually sounds stable.
Lead line
A short melody or lick you play over the chords instead of strumming the full chord shape.
Root note
The main note a chord or scale is built from. In A minor, A is the root note.
Scale
A group of notes that fit together and give you note choices for melodies and fills.