Guitar Articles

Introduction to Modes & Pitch Axis Theory – Part 1

October 25, 2010

A lot of musicians are confused by modes. They seem to reside somewhere in the musical ionosphere, out of reach of mortal musicians. Hang out with the wrong musicians, and you’ll hear phrases like, “Well, we were really being modal” tossed around as a pretentious way to sound more-musical-than-thou. And when you first start to [...]

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From Scales To Guitar Solos

October 24, 2010

Most new guitarists quickly learn a scale or two, and they drill them, but when it comes time to actually create a guitar solo they’re flummoxed. Sure, they can play a bunch of notes in the right key, but they can’t make it go anywhere. Read this article for help in turning your ability to [...]

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Electric-Acoustic Advice

October 21, 2010

So perhaps you’ve been playing acoustic guitar for a few years, and would like to start performing. Or maybe you’ve been performing with an electric guitar for years, but want to add an acoustic element to your tone. So now it’s time to consider a purchase: you want to add an acoustic guitar with a [...]

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String Muting

October 16, 2010

String muting, with your right or your left hand, can be a very powerful tool which opens up a lot of new sounds. It is a vital part of every experienced guitarists’ repertoire. This article will walk you through the three basic kinds of string muting. Right-Hand (Palm) Muting This is one of the most [...]

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How To Use A Capo

October 14, 2010

Capos – those little spring-loaded clamps you see some guitar players use – are something most guitarists carry with them constantly. You’ll rarely see a folk singer without one either in place or ready to use, clipped to his guitar’s headstock. They are a vital tool for every guitarist who either sings or plays with [...]

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Choosing the Right Guitar Teacher

October 10, 2010

Deciding to take lessons is a big step. Let’s face it, there’s enough free material on the internet that you can jam around and have a good time for years, learning and having fun. But the simple truth is that you will never learn as much online as you will working with a good guitar [...]

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Types of Guitar Amplifiers

October 5, 2010

Almost as much as your guitar itself, your amplifier determines your tone, the range of sounds that you can make with your instrument. However, guitar amplifiers can be confusing because they come in a dizzying array of styles and types. This article will give you a lay-of-the-land of the four main amplifier types: solid state, [...]

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How to Choose an Electric Guitar

October 3, 2010

A electric guitar is an exciting purchase. Whether you already know how to play, or are getting your first instrument, you’re plunking down a reasonable amount of your hard-earned money, and you want an instrument that you’ll enjoy for a long time. Keep the following tips in mind to help you pick the right instrument. [...]

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Common Guitarist Mistakes

October 2, 2010

Everybody wants to be a better guitarist, could you be making a mistakes which are holding back your development as a musician? The following are common guitarist mistakes which could be slowing down your growth as a musician and stopping you from being the guitarist you want to be. Playing Out of Tune One of [...]

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Practical Tips for Learning to Play the Guitar

September 28, 2010

Just like anything else in life, if you want to learn how to play the guitar, and play it well, it is going to take a lot of hard work and dedication. Nothing good in life comes easy, but, learning how to play the guitar, or any other musical instrument, is one of the most [...]

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