Steps for Learning to Play the Guitar

The guitar is one of the best instruments to play simply because of the range of musical styles that can be played using it.  The guitar is used in every style of music from heavy metal to classical and jazz and it is fairly simple to pick up the basics.  While actually becoming good with the instrument takes time and practice anyone can learn to strum out a simple tune with the right help.  Here are a couple of simple tips to help anyone new to the guitar get started:   Buy a Tuner Before Read more [...]

Guitar Playing Tips for Beginners

Like all musical instruments the guitar takes time and a little patience to learn.  However the rewards are great and you will never forget the feeling that comes when you play a song the whole way through for the first time.  There is plenty of help available for anyone who is just learning to play guitar and there are some great online sources of help and information.  Guitar lessons on DVD from professional musicians can also be very useful to anyone who is just starting out.  Here are a couple Read more [...]

Guitar Buying Guide

Choosing the right guitar for you can be a tricky proposition.  There are lots of different styles and many manufacturers to choose from.  It can take years to find the perfect guitar and as your playing style changes or you develop new tastes you may find yourself looking for another one.  Whatever type of guitar you are looking for take the time to find the right one.  There is no need to rush and buy one just for the sake of it.  Here are a couple of tips that may help:   Style The Read more [...]

Ways to Improve Guitar Picking Speed

Improving your guitar picking speed is not just for those who want to play the guitar fast and hard.  Once you are able to play and pick faster you will find that your playing style becomes much looser and you have much more freedom, flexibility and a lighter touch.  You will be able to play faster without having to concentrate as hard and it is a vital skill for all guitarists to learn and maintain.  Increasing picking and playing speed does take time and effort but the rewards are well worth Read more [...]

Top Bass Players

The bass player is often the most underrated of musicians ranking only slightly above the drummer in the musical hierarchy.  However the bass player is often the driving force behind many bands and groups.  While they are generally content to let the lead singer and guitarist take all the glory they are a vital part of any group. While there have been some truly great bass players over the years many of them have gone unrecognised and are not the household names they should be.  Here in no Read more [...]

Guitars

Learning to play the guitar is something that many people have an ambition to do.  The guitar is seen as sexy and cool and is just as popular today as it ever was.  While musical styles have changed enormously over the years there will always be a place for the electric guitar or even the acoustic guitar.  If you are thinking about learning to play guitar what’s stopping you.  With guitar lessons on DVD it has never been easier to learn and here are a couple of reasons why you should: You Read more [...]

Great Guitarists

Anyone learning to play the guitar usually has at least one person in mind who they would like to be able to play like.  While the chances of eventually being good enough to play like Clapton or any of the other greats may be slim that isn’t really important.  What is important is that there is someone to take inspiration and encouragement from and keep them practicing day after day. And there are no shortages of inspiration when it comes to lead guitarists.  There have been some truly great Read more [...]

Best way to Learn to Play Guitar

Learning to play the guitar (well) is something that is going to take a lot of time and practice.  Like any musical instrument it is going to need a little dedication and effort before you start to become proficient.  Fortunately there is now more help available to novice guitar players than ever and there are some fantastic courses available to help anyone get through their first song.  So if you have a guitar but have little idea what to do with it yet here are some of the best ways to learn: Guitar Read more [...]

Guitar lessons for beginners

The guitar like all musical instruments takes time, dedication and effort to master.  When you pick up the guitar for the first time it can be hard to get a decent sound out of it and while that hasn’t stopped some musicians from having a successful career with the instrument it is best to learn properly.  While professional guitar tuition is an option it is going to be expensive and progress can be slow if you are only having one or two lessons each week. A much better option for beginners Read more [...]

Guitar Lessons on DVD and Online

It is a sad fact that the closest most kids come to learning to play the guitar is playing Rock Band or Guitar Hero on the PS3 or Xbox 360. While I suppose some interest in music is better than none it seems a bit of a shame. The hours spent mastering the timing playing the game could just as easily be spend with a real guitar learning how to play the same songs. Fortunately there are still some people in the world who have an interest in playing the real thing and it has never been easier to Read more [...]