Rock Guitarist as Classical Guitarist (Part 3) – Finger Placement and Finger...
Finger placement and finger preparation go hand in hand. This is the third part in our series of lessons on finger control and technique.
View ArticleThe Art of Practice
When does it really mean to practice guitar? What should you practice? Let's take a look at what you should be doing to get more out of your practice time.
View ArticleMolding and Shaping
The tools of the music trade are simple in theory but difficult in practice. Let's take a look at a few ways to add dynamics and color to your playing.
View ArticleWhat are diminished chords?
Diminished chords are very cool, and easy to understand. Just like all bar chords these are universal shapes and can be moved anywhere on the fretboard.
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Posture
How many of you really understand the importance of proper posture? This article takes a look at proper guitar posture and its effect on your playing.
View ArticleScales Warp Factor 10
A common goal for many musicians is learning how to play fast. This lesson has a few techniques aimed at building guitar speed.
View ArticleSpeed Bursts
One thing to know about playing fast is that it's rarely necessary to play fast for lengthy periods of time. This lesson is on speed bursts.
View ArticleImprovisation in Classical Music Part 1
The classical guitar is an instrument that leans heavily on a repertoire of standard works. Is it possible to improvise classical music?
View ArticleImprovisation in Classical Music (Part 2)
This lesson continues our look at ways you can build your improvisatory vocabulary.
View ArticleRasgueados
Rasgueados serve two very important purposes. They can be a technical exercise as well as a way to add rhythmic variety to a harmonic accompaniment.
View ArticleWhy the Classical Guitarist should embrace popular music – Or Get With The...
Popular music has taken a lot of classical. Yet classical guitarists have borrowed very little in return.
View ArticleThe Metronome – A Love/Hate Relationship
Logan Gabriel reintroduces us to the metronome - friend and foe of all guitarists. Logan has some wonderful advice on how to make the most of using this essential piece of equipment and make the most...
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