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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 135 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 107 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
Sep 98 min read
The Anatomy of the Guitar
Learn more about guitars so that you can better maintain them and choose the right instrument!
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 85 min read
The Importance of Ear Training
Developing the ability to listen is very important for all musicians. This article is about the importance of ear training.
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 66 min read
Sight Reading Tips & Tricks
This article summarises effective ways of learning to read music, something that many people find difficult. Hope you will find it useful!
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 36 min read
Artist Spotlight: Hide Takemoto
Here is an interview with Hide Takemoto, a great player and my friend. Check out his inspirational guitar playing!
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The American Guitar Academy
Sep 15 min read
The Psychology of Playing the Guitar: Exploring the Mental and Emotional Benefits
Playing the guitar is not only fun, but also has a positive effect on the mind. Read this article to learn more about learning the guitar!
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 316 min read
Album Recommendations 2
Here is a selection of my personal favourite music. I've chosen inspiring music from a variety of genres.
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 308 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 276 min read
Stage Etiquette
It is important to review the things you should consider in advance to give a good live performance. This article is about stage etiquette.
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 266 min read
What is the Blues?
In this blog, we will learn about the blues, focusing on its history, its influence on contemporary music and famous artists.
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 256 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 248 min read
Practical Ways to Practice Arpeggios on the Guitar
Learn how to practice arpeggios efficiently to improve your guitar playing!
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 235 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 205 min read
Spreading Out Triads - Harder… Better?
Learn how to use triads to arrange chords in your own way and further improve your guitar playing!
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 196 min read
How to Choose Your First Guitar
This article summarises the key points to consider when buying a guitar for the first time.
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 1810 min read
Duke Ellington: The Great Jazz Composer
Read and learn about Duke Ellington, a great composer that every musician should know!
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 106 min read
All About Arpeggios on the Guitar
Learn the basics of arpeggios and how to practice them to develop your musical skills!
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 91 min read
New Piano/Vocal class by Risa
Great news! Our Roppongi school will be offering new piano and vocal classes by Risa. Come and join us for a trial lesson!
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The American Guitar Academy
Aug 95 min read
Triads and Inversions - What Are They and How Can You Use Them?
Learn about triads and chord inversions in this article and develop your chord skills!
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