Top 10 Ways Not To Destroy a Guitar
In Info - 03/24/12
Over the years I have learned there are many do's and don'ts when it comes to caring for a guitar. Some I have learned from other guitarists, teachers, etc. and some I have found from first-hand experience.
Guitar Guide: How to Play...
In Learn - 11/10/11
For many guitarists, they prefer the electric guitar because it offers lots of versatility over a conventional acoustic guitar, giving it the ability to be played across all types of genres. The versatility of guitar is owed to its electronic way...
Best Guitar Amplifier for College
In Learn - 08/23/11
When you're going to college, you need an amp that will let you rock out without raising the ire of your roommate or neighbors. Luckily, there are plenty of impressive amps that both sound good at lower volumes and can hang with a band if...
Guitar Accessories: Powering Up...
In Guitar - 07/25/11
So you want to splurge a little on guitar accessories? Practice amps serve a purpose, but they don't hold up if you try to turn them up to performance levels. Performance, in this case, means anything from cutting through three friends in a...
Guitar Buying - Getting Started...
In Guitar - 07/18/11
If you have limited funds after guitar buying, but would like to own an amp, start out with what's known as a practice amp - one that has a decent feature set (tone controls, reverb, and two or more volume controls so that you can sculpt your...
Guitar Effects for Beginners - A...
In Learn - 07/04/11
In the last article I looked at the main types of effects you'll encounter for your guitar. Here I'll deal with the physical form these typically come in and I'll also, based on my personal experiences, recommend a few to get you started. Since...
You Can Play The Guitar - Tips...
In Learn - 06/24/11
Begin learning as young as possible and practice daily for as long as you can. Always keep clean hands with short nails on your fret hand as this will stop your fingers from slipping off the strings when fretting notes and playing chords.
Guitar Speakers - How to Choose...
In Info - 06/05/11
One of the most important components for any guitar setup is a great set of speakers. Axe players need a good set in order to properly hear the music they're playing, and purchasing the wrong ones can lead to less than stellar sound. Players say...
How To Start Playing Guitar
In Learn - 04/25/11
First of all playing is fun. In fact, lots of fun. Do not make this process complicated. You can start playing simple songs and soon you will find yourself getting better quickly. For younger students lessons last a half hour weekly and then they...
How to Find a Clarinet Teacher?
Posted in Learn - Friday, March 30, 2012 @ 07:30 PM
This article covers a number of topics that you should consider when trying to find a clarinet teacher. The principles mentioned within this article can be applied to the sourcing of any musical teacher.