In life, things explain other things in amazing ways. For instance, in any building, there is a foundation, which is the defining factor of how strong the building will be and also determines how high the building can go. Deep foundations can support tall structures, while one-storied buildings or bungalows don’t need foundations that are […]
‘Sliding’ is a unique and extremely popular legato technique and has equal significance for experienced guitarists and novices. Slides facilitate the effortless blending of two or more musical notes and aids in heightening guitar melody. Slides also enable your fingers to navigate seamlessly from one particular spot to another, while moving along the fret board. […]
When a strong willpower is backed by the right amount of patience, dedication and sincerity in efforts, the final outcome can be quite overwhelming! If you are really determined about learning to play the guitar, then nothing in this world should be able to dampen your spirits. Remember, even the simplest of melodies cannot be […]
If you dream of matching up to the genius of B.B. King and Eric Clapton you have to understand their music first. The golden rule is; play less, listen more. Ear training, as the name suggests, is all about training your ears to the different tunes of the guitar. Read through the guide to know […]
Do make sure that you devote an adequate amount of time and attention while selecting the first guitar for your child. Starting out on the proper track is really important for getting the basics right. You must have heard of a number of people giving up guitar out of sheer frustration, just because they ended […]
In the context of guitar playing, ‘dynamics’ refers to alterations in volume during various segments of performances. Employing ‘dynamics’ while playing the guitar involves playing a few sections louder or softer with respect to others, for giving rise to riveting emotions and leaving a powerful impact on the audience. Guitar dynamics has always been a […]
Playing the guitar is a wonderful hobby that lets you explore the vivid avenues of music. But many guitar players find it extremely difficult to juggle between their work and practice. While some of them can’t manage to find time, others get de-motivated and lose inspiration. So if you’re bearing the same brunt while practicing […]
Rome was not built in a day. And before you start practicing for your ‘unattainable’ guitar routine, it is important to acknowledge the fact that you would have to truly make up your mind and come up with a concrete solution for making the impossible task possible. Perfecting a guitar routine requires you to make […]
Women that love playing guitar will be happy to know that there’s now a guitar design that’s a better match for their bodies. And we have Annie Clark to thank for that. Her love for guitars can is evident when she describes the instrument as her life – the shield, weapon and vehicle that has […]
The immense popularity earned by music festivals like Coachella and online music services like Pandora and Spotify is proof of how important music is to our culture. Researchers continue to find that listening to music or learning music is strongly linked to our mental and emotional health. If these aren’t reason enough to get you […]