How To Get A Stevie Ray Vaughan Tone
Possibly one of the most sort after guitar tones, Stevie Ray Vaughan’s signature sound is an ongoing debate in the musical world today. Her we discuss exactly how to get…
10 Jazz Musicians To Help Mold Your Playing
Here is a list of 10 Jazz musicians to help mold your playing and your overall jazz guitar. 1. Charlie Parker One of the most important Jazz musicians to study…
9 Songs Every Beginner Should Know
Here is a list of 9 songs every beginner should know. These are easy to learn and will leave you feeling good after a run through. By learning these 9…
Finger Style Bass
There are many different styles of playing the bass guitar; most prominent among rock bassists is the use of a pick, or plectrum, to get a more clearly defined sound…
Common Beginner Mistakes On Guitar
Most beginners guitarist’s, more often than not come face to face with many common beginner mistakes on guitar. Along with a seemingly unclimbable wall of obstacles and aspirations. Some people…
Lessons Learnt From My Pupils Parents
Here are some lessons learnt from my pupils and parents alike in my 20 year plus careers as a music teacher, musician, and guitarist. Encouragement & Recognition “Babies cry for…
Compression Pedals: What’s the Big Deal? (Part 1)
During the course of our lives as guitar players and enthusiasts, many of us have developed a particularly dire malady. I guess it may be traced back to the hours…
Compression Pedals: What’s the Big Deal? (Part 2)
Welcome back to our discussion regarding compression pedals. Last time I mentioned being under-awed by a compressor when trying it out at a store. After taking some advice, I returned…
The Benefits Of Having Lessons With An Instructor
Correct Application Without someone to show you the proper way to execute finger patterns, chords, scales, arpeggios etc. You run the risk of learning incorrectly and creating some seriously bad…
How To Get The Most Out Of Your Guitar Lesson
Being prepared for your guitar lesson will ensure that you get the most out of your time spent with your teacher. Following the few steps listed below will help facilitate…
The Role of the Bassist in a Band
The role of the bassist in a band is the sonic link between the rhythmical and melodic elements of any band. With drums, it provides the backbone. In addition, the…
Fender Stratocaster: The Industry Standard Guitar?
The Fender Stratocaster has been with us for quite a while now. Leo Fender, George Fullerton and Freddie Tavares designed the Stratocaster in 1954 as a follow-up model to the…