Beginner and intermediate guitarists often overlook the importance of guitar picks. That’s because it’s hard to imagine that a small, insignificant piece of plastic can affect the guitar’s playability and tone. Using the wrong guitar pick can slow your development and interfere with your technical abilities. So, you must know how to find the right …
When it comes to being part of a band, all the members have different instruments and roles to play. As a lead guitarist, you should know how important your role is to the band. Producing Unique Sounds The lead guitarist gives the band a unique sound. They’re tasked to exaggerate the lines of the other …
When learning to play the guitar, it isn’t always easy to get the right notes accurately and quickly. Moreover, there may be soreness in your fingers accompanied by blisters and calluses. However, this doesn’t mean that you’re incapable of playing the guitar. It’s common for many guitar players to have their hand strength tested. Here’s …
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Do you want to get better at playing the guitar? If you’re passionate about playing this instrument, adopting the following habits will make you a better guitarist. Visualize Though playing guitar is a physical activity, you don’t always need one to practice playing. Use your spare time to explore your ideas and visualize yourself pulling …
Your first live musical performance can be a nerve-racking experience. Most often, musicians find it difficult to perform because of a lack of organization. When you don’t know what to expect, being prepared can help you sail through smoothly. This blog post will discuss ways to prepare for your first musical performance on stage. Being …
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The acoustic guitar has a history that can be traced back to the Arabic oud or Roman cithara. Variations in the instrument indicate a sense of creativity that transcends different cultures. The acoustic guitar has multiple origin stories in published histories and books. The Role of Christian Frederick Martin Christian Frederick Martin was a German …
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Embarking on your guitar playing journey but don’t know where to start? First things first, you need a guitar that suits you. The worst thing that can happen is you buying the wrong guitar and giving up on your newfound interest prematurely. Here’s exactly how you can find the best high performance guitar for yourself. …
