Should I Use a Guitar Pick Starting Out?
Should beginners learn to play with a pick or with their fingers? Read on to find out the advantages and disadvantages of each!
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The American Guitar Academy
7 days ago8 min read
What are Pentatonic Scales?
In this blog we will introduce the basics of the pentatonic scale that every guitarist should know.
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The American Guitar Academy
Nov 57 min read
Strings Attached: How to Choose the Best Guitar Strings for Your Music
This blog will help you choose the right guitar strings for you from the many different types available!
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The American Guitar Academy
Nov 27 min read
Amps Vs Modelers - My Personal Experience
Which gear is right for you, the amp or the modeler? This blog will help you understand the differences and choose the right gear!
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The American Guitar Academy
Oct 207 min read
The Best Songs for Learning Barre Chords
Let's learn the barre chord basics you need to know and use in your guitar playing!
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The American Guitar Academy
Oct 149 min read
The Intermediate Guitarist Checklist: The Skills and Techniques Every Intermediate Guitar Player Should Be Able to Do
Here is a list of things that intermediate guitarists need to know. Use this list to see how well you understand things now!
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The American Guitar Academy
Oct 136 min read
The Best Guitar Solos for Learning Lead Guitar
Here is a list of the best music for learning guitar solos. Check out these great songs for beginner to intermediate players!
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The American Guitar Academy
Oct 127 min read
Exploring Alternate Guitar Tunings
Learn about alternate tunings that give you a different sound than the standard tuning!
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The American Guitar Academy
Oct 86 min read
The Importance of the Capo for Acoustic Guitarists
Read this blog to learn about capos, one of the most common items for guitarists!
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The American Guitar Academy
Oct 75 min read
Jazz vs. Blues: What's the Difference?
Jazz and blues are similar but different styles of music. Find out about the history and differences between them!
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The American Guitar Academy
Oct 17 min read
How to Read Guitar TABs for Beginners
This blog post will help you learn how to read and practice TAB notation, which is very useful for guitar beginners!
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 307 min read
Practical Ways to Practice Scales on the Guitar
Learn how to practice scales, which are essential for effective guitar improvement, and apply it to your own practice!
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 295 min read
The Guitar and Pop Music: Defining Popular Culture
Learn about the history of the guitar and its influence on the music scene, which continues to this day!
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 287 min read
New Orleans: The Birthplace of Jazz
Read to learn about the history and culture of New Orleans, the city where a lot of great music was born!
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 277 min read
Should Beginners Start on an Acoustic Guitar Instead of Electric?
If you are just starting to play the guitar, should you buy an electric guitar or an acoustic guitar? Find out about the differences here!
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 246 min read
The Most Common Guitar Strumming Patterns Every Player Should Know
Here are some basic rhythm patterns that beginners should know! Practice them and try out different genres!
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 238 min read
The Pickup Playbook: Mastering Sound with the Right Pickup
Find your ideal guitar sound by understanding the differences in tone between different pickups!
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 206 min read
The Three Kings of the Blues: B.B. King, Albert King, and Freddie King
Learn about the three great guitarists known as the three kings of blues guitar in this blog!
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 175 min read
Guitar Heroes: Eric Bibb
Meet some amazing artists with careers spanning over 50 years. Check out the links and have a listen to his music!
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 166 min read
Guitar Heroes: Devin Townsend
In this blog we introduce you to Devin Townsend, a fantastic guitarist and master of creating unique sounds. Be sure to check out his music!
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