CAGED System - 5 Reasons Why & 4 Exercises caged system practice Jul 28, 2023

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Introduction

The CAGED system is a powerful and easy-to-learn method for navigating the guitar neck. In this blog post, we will explore five compelling reasons why every guitarist should be familiar with the CAGED system and four practice exercises to master...

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Learn Guitar WAY Faster Than I Did practice tricks and hacks Jul 26, 2023

 

Introduction

Are you eager to enhance your guitar skills and progress faster than ever? In this blog post, I will share four fundamental principles that, if applied, can revolutionize your guitar playing. With over 35 years of experience as a guitarist and instructor, I have learned...

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Apply This Magic Pattern To Help You Understand the Guitar Much Better (For All Guitar Players) beginner chords music theory tricks and hacks Jul 24, 2023

 

Introduction

Are you ready to unlock a magic pattern that will revolutionize the way you think about the guitar neck and music in general? Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, this pattern will significantly improve your understanding of the instrument. In this blog post, we...

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4 Ways to Practice the 5 Pentatonic Forms pentatonic scale scales Jul 21, 2023

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Introduction:

When it comes to playing rock music, blues, jazz, or any other genre, the pentatonic scale is the go-to tool for musicians. It is the hammer in our toolbox or the flathead screwdriver that we use the most. This scale serves as the foundation...

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Weird Trick to Instant Chords in Any Key - For Learning & Writing Songs chords music theory tricks and hacks Jul 20, 2023

 

Introduction

Learning and writing songs on the guitar can be an exciting but challenging endeavor. One of the key aspects to master is understanding chord progressions and how they relate to the key of the song. In this blog post, we'll explore a unique technique I call the "L7 pattern"...

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Playing Guitar By Ear is 80% Music Theory ear training music theory Jul 19, 2023

 

Playing guitar by ear is a skill that many aspiring guitarists strive to achieve. The ability to listen to a song and accurately reproduce it on the guitar without the need for sheet music or tabs is often seen as a mark of true musicianship. However, for many guitarists, playing by ear...

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James Bond, Spaghetti Westerns, & That Twangy Surf Sound! surf music Jul 18, 2023

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Music has always held a special place in my heart, transporting me to different worlds and evoking a wide range of emotions. I've been captivated by certain genres and sounds that have become synonymous with unique experiences, such as the suspense of a spy movie, the ruggedness of...

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Why Many Rock Players Can't Play Blues Guitar blues Jul 17, 2023

Introduction

Are you a rock player who feels frustrated when attempting to play blues guitar? Do your major blues attempts sound awkward, with misplaced bends and wrong notes? Or maybe you simply want to expand your chord vocabulary and play those tasty licks like Stevie Ray Vaughan and BB King....

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