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Apr 15 min read

Different Types of Muting on the Guitar

Improve your playing by learning different ways to mute your guitar sound! Check out some of the artists featured on this blog.

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Pinky Promise: Unlocking the Power of Your Pinky Finger

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Mar 313 min read

Pinky Promise: Unlocking the Power of Your Pinky Finger

The key to improving your guitar playing is to get better at using your pinky finger! Let's learn about fingering in this article.

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Mar 304 min read

Tuning Your Guitar: A Beginner’s Guide

Tuning is a fundamental and important part of playing the guitar! This article covers all the information about tuning for beginners.

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Effects Pedals - Do You Really Need Them?

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Mar 296 min read

Effects Pedals - Do You Really Need Them?

Are guitar effect pedals necessary? What types are there? Here is a summary of guitar pedals!

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How to Stand Out as a Guitarist -A Look at Some Unique Players

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Mar 266 min read

How to Stand Out as a Guitarist -A Look at Some Unique Players

Knowing other great players can help you find your own style as a guitarist! In this article, we will introduce you to some of the best...

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Mastering 16th Note Strumming: Unlock Your Rhythmic Potential

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Mar 253 min read

Mastering 16th Note Strumming: Unlock Your Rhythmic Potential

Learn 16 beats and develop your sense of rhythm! Here are some points that you should keep in mind.

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Mastering the Guitar with Small Hands: A Journey of Passion and Persistence

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Mar 243 min read

Mastering the Guitar with Small Hands: A Journey of Passion and Persistence

Don't give up playing the guitar because you have small hands! In this article we will show you how to learn to play the guitar even if...

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Understanding Guitar Harmonics: A Comprehensive Guide

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Mar 234 min read

Understanding Guitar Harmonics: A Comprehensive Guide

Here is a summary of guitar harmonics. We hope you will find it useful in improving your guitar playing!

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Mar 227 min read

Preparing for Your First Ever Gig

Here is a summary of what you should do to prepare for your first gig. We hope you will find this article useful!

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Picking: How to Improve Your Tone & Control

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Mar 204 min read

Picking: How to Improve Your Tone & Control

Controlling the tone of your guitar will improve your playing! Read this article to find out what factors are important in controlling...

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The Ultimate Beginner’s Guitar Practice Routine: Unlock Your Musical Potential

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Mar 194 min read

The Ultimate Beginner’s Guitar Practice Routine: Unlock Your Musical Potential

Here is a list of routine exercises that are important for improving your guitar playing. Try applying them to your practice!

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What Accessories Do I Need to Start Playing the Guitar?

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Mar 177 min read

What Accessories Do I Need to Start Playing the Guitar?

Here is some information on accessories you may need to practice your guitar. Whether you play electric or acoustic guitar, check...

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Improving Your Basic Guitar Skills: A Beginner’s Guide

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Mar 164 min read

Improving Your Basic Guitar Skills: A Beginner’s Guide

Here are some tips on how to improve your guitar playing. Let's have fun and get better at playing the guitar!

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Mar 146 min read

Preparing to Play with a Band

Once you are comfortable playing your instrument, we encourage you to join a band! You will certainly experience and learn a lot.

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Mar 136 min read

What is a Good Way to Learn a Song?

Learning a song can sometimes be difficult. Let's look at some good ways to practice a song!

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Mar 126 min read

Expensive Gear - Is it worth it?

Some guitars are very expensive, but are they really worth the price? Here's about expensive gear.

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“Big and Small”: A Musical Exploration with Ryan & Rio

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Mar 112 min read

“Big and Small”: A Musical Exploration with Ryan & Rio

Our faculty concerts will be held again in March. Seats are limited. So register early!

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Cheap Guitar and Expensive Amplifier, or Expensive Guitar and Cheap Amplifier - What is Best for a Beginner?

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Mar 116 min read

Cheap Guitar and Expensive Amplifier, or Expensive Guitar and Cheap Amplifier - What is Best for a Beginner?

Amp or guitar, what should a beginner spend more on? Here is an article that may give you some ideas!

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What is the Ideal Age to Start Playing the Guitar?

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Mar 96 min read

What is the Ideal Age to Start Playing the Guitar?

Is there an ideal age to start learning to play guitar? Here's some advice from a professional for those who want to start playing guitar!

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Number One Thing to Improve Guitar Skills

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Mar 86 min read

Number One Thing to Improve Guitar Skills

Why do you play the guitar? If you are not sure what to work on to improve, read this article!

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