Category Archives: Guitar Articles

Free Guitar Scale Tip – Making Incremental Lifestyle Changes

Posted on March 27, 2011 by admin

In this free guitar scale tip we are going to look at a very powerful practice strategy. I call this strategy “incremental lifestyle changes”. Before we talk about it, let me ask you a simple question… Is it always convenient … Continue reading →

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Can You Read Your Free Guitar Sheet Music?

Posted on March 11, 2011 by admin

Are you still playing London Bridge is Falling Down or Greensleeves? Grow up! It’s time to move on to the classics like Matteo Carcassi’s Etude No. 13 Op 60 or Beethoven’s Ode to Joy. Of course, expect your unsure fingers … Continue reading →

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Ways To Build A Guitar Out Of A Cigar Box

Posted on February 27, 2011 by admin

You can build a guitar that works great from a simple cigar box. This isn’t the elaborate real stringed guitar that some people can make, but a simple rubber band guitar. This is a great idea for just playing around … Continue reading →

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How To Make A Cheap Guitar Sound Great

Posted on February 12, 2011 by admin

Most beginning guitar players start with a rather inexpensive instrument. They usually have a mass production clone of a Fender Stratocaster or a Gibson Les Paul. The most popular clones are made overseas by Gibson and Fender themselves through the … Continue reading →

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The Girl With The Green Guitar

Posted on January 29, 2011 by admin

The high energy performances of rising country rock star, Candy Coburn, are starting to win her an ever increasing fan base. Sporting her trademark green guitar, a Mother’s Day gift from her husband, Candy literally explodes onto the stage in … Continue reading →

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Guitar Lesson: The Power Of Guitar Speed Goals

Posted on January 12, 2011 by admin

Do you ever get the feeling that you’re not progressing at your fastest possible rate? Do you ever feel overwhelmed with guitar lessons? How about the feeling that you’re not really 100% sure if you’re improving or not? If you … Continue reading →

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Eric Clapton: Guitar Legend

Posted on December 21, 2010 by admin

Eric Clapton is an acclaimed musical artist, nicknamed “Slowhand” and known for his superb guitar playing ability. Originally from Ripley, Surrey, England, Clapton was born on March 30, 1945. His musical genres include blues, rock, psychedelic rock, and blues rock. … Continue reading →

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Guitar Lessons: Guitar Playing Must Be A Passion

Posted on December 11, 2010 by admin

The first time I picked up a guitar my whole life changed. I think I slept with it the night I brought my first new guitar home. It’s a bit embarrassing to admit, but it is true. I remember the … Continue reading →

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A Look At The History Of The Electric Guitar

Posted on November 27, 2010 by admin

Electric Guitars The Electric guitar hasn’t been around nearly as long as the Acoustic and Classical guitars. In fact, the Electric guitar was created just 70 years ago (the 1930s) by Adolph Rickenbacker. Since that time, the Electric guitar has … Continue reading →

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How to fake being a better guitarist in five simple steps

Posted on November 12, 2010 by admin

Last time I talked about looking the part with good equipment to come across professionally, and ways to get up to speed on your singing. This week, I’m going to share some simple but often ignored pieces of information that … Continue reading →

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