Cover songs

Well, One of my most favoured ways to start learning how to develop various chord changes whether its using a guitar or a keyboard, is to find websites that offer chord patterns with lyrics.

I frequently surf through google to find myself older songs, or even more recent songs. The latest one that I am developing is Coldplay's Viva La Vida. Obviously for just fun of learning, I find that some songs have really simple chord patterns and changes.

But while there are so many sites out there with lyrics only for songs (and not all are 100% accurate), its refreshing to see a number of people picking up on this and giving information about chord patterns with them.

http://www.ultimate-guitar.com is one such resource, that not only combines chords with lyrics, it also frequently shares tablature. (For those that do not understand what tablature is - do check back because I will describe what tablature is and what it does.)

Primary aim for chords/tablature sites is for guitarists, but if you are adept at figuring out what the notes are, you can practically play the tablatures given to you on any instrument you can find that covers the range required.

Also, you must be aware that while learning cover songs can be fun, performing them may come up against obstacles. Obtaining Licences and performing permissions could potentially be costly, but if you are successful enough you can make the revenue back through the gigs and merchandise.

I'm sure i'll update here again soon.