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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 17, 20245 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 16, 20246 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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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 15, 20248 min read
Scales, Arpeggios, and Chords: The Building Blocks of Music
Learning the basics of music - scales, arpeggios and chords - is essential for musicians. This article will help you understand the basics.
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 14, 202410 min read
Mastering the Basics: A Guitarist’s Guide to Scale Practice
Here is a summary of the most common scales and practice methods for scales that are fundamental to musicians.
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 13, 20245 min read
Fast & Flashy: Famous Guitar Licks to Impress
Here is a collection of flashy riffs that are easy to play for beginners. These songs are recommended both for practice and for performing!
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 10, 20247 min read
"Drop" Chords - Essential Knowledge for Intermediate Players
Here is a summary of what intermediate players should know about drop chords. Play different chord shapes and learn how they sound different
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 30, 20248 min read
How the CAGED System Shapes Iconic Songs
Learn the CAGED system, which can be used not only for playing, but also for composing and arranging!
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 25, 20246 min read
Guitar Maintenance and Care: A Guide to Keeping Your Axe in Top Playing Condition
Keep your guitar in better condition with daily maintenance! Learn what you need to know in this blog post.
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 23, 20245 min read
Fingerpicking vs. Flatpicking on the Guitar
Depending on how you play the guitar, you'll get different tones and styles. Let's learn about the two most basic ways to play the guitar!
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 4, 20246 min read
Album Recommendations
Here's a list of recommended guitar albums you should check out. Have a listen and if you find a song you like, add it to your playlist!
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 3, 20246 min read
How to Practice Your Dynamic Control
Your guitar playing can be even better if you can control the volume and feel. In this article, we will look at dynamics.
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 2, 20245 min read
Mastering Bending and Vibrato Techniques for the Electric Guitar
In this article we will introduce you to bending and vibrato, essential skills for the electric guitar.
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The American Guitar Academy
Jul 23, 20246 min read
The Importance of Warming Up as a Guitarist
For guitarists, injury is something to be avoided at all costs. This article is about warming up for playing.
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The American Guitar Academy
Jul 22, 20248 min read
TABs vs. Sheet Music: Which is the best for you?
What music reading skills should you develop to play the guitar? This article is about TAB and reading music.
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The American Guitar Academy
Jul 1, 20244 min read
Exploring the Depths of the Minor 7 Chord
Here is about the minor 7th chord that is used in many songs. Understanding the theory will further improve your playing!
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The American Guitar Academy
Jun 30, 20245 min read
A Guide to Alternative Tunings - Drop C Tuning
Here's how to set up a Drop C tuning and some music that uses it effectively!
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The American Guitar Academy
Jun 22, 20246 min read
Guitar Heroes: Marty Friedman
Introducing an amazing guitarist with a love for Japanese culture. If you're a guitarist, you've probably heard him play at least once!
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The American Guitar Academy
Jun 16, 20246 min read
How to Play a Solo Concert: Advice for Guitarists
What do you need to know before you perform a solo guitar concert? Here's a list of tips that will help you at gigs.
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The American Guitar Academy
May 21, 20247 min read
Exploring the Iconic: A Deep Dive into the Most Popular Types of Electric Guitars
There are many different types of guitars, each with a different character. In this blog we will introduce you to the different types of gui
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The American Guitar Academy
May 19, 20246 min read
Why and How I Started Learning the Guitar
Everyone has a story. This blog will give you some of my own personal story of how I became a guitarist!
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