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How a Classical Guitar is Made
I began building guitars on a trial basis in the early 1980’s, and continued as a hobby, making about one guitar per year for about twenty years. In 2006 I thought it would be interesting to write a blog about the process of building a classical guitar. This was somewhat unusual at the time, but […]
How to Pick the Right Guitar for You
There are an overwhelming number of choices when it comes to buying a guitar. Most students I have taught have had this problem, and I know that I definitely did when I was first starting out. The best way to choose is by determining what you are going to be using the guitar for. If […]
How To Find The Perfect Piano For Your Studio
How To Find The Perfect Piano For Your Studio: A blog about the various options on pianos and how you can find the best one. There are a lot of choices out there when it comes to choosing a piano. Some people prefer a grand piano, while others are happy with an upright or even […]
Is Your Guitar Strings Old? Here’s How to Know
If you’re not a regular player, you might find yourself wondering if your guitar strings are too old even if they look fine. The good news is that there are a few tips you can use to determine whether your guitar strings are still okay to play on. First, examine their appearance. Are they bright […]
Watch and Play Along as Greg Koch Plays Guitar
I’m a huge fan of the Playing Guitar series that Fender has been putting out over the past couple of years. It’s a great way to expose guitarists to new songs as well as hear a little bit about playing style and technique from some of the world’s greatest players. In this episode, Greg Koch […]
10 Reasons Why reverbe Reverberates With Our Users
10 Reasons Why reverbe Reverberates With Our Users We’ve been working hard on reverbe for the past two years. Here’s what we learned: 1. Our users love the short-form nature of the service. Reverbe is a social media platform that allows users to create content in the form of short posts, called “reverbs.” Within each […]
The Top 5 Fretboard Spray Ons
1. The Top 5 Fretboard Sprays A blog about the 5 best guitar fretboard spray oils by leading musical instrument brands. The following list has been compiled to guide you through all that is good on the market in terms of fretboard sprays. If you’re looking for a comprehensive guide to help you pick out […]
Pedalboard Lessons For Beginners
The first question a beginner should ask when they are thinking about using a pedalboard is: “Is it worth it?” For most people the answer is yes. A pedalboard will help you learn how to play faster, teach you how to use pedals more effectively, and improve your overall tone. The first thing to consider […]
Easily Tune Your Guitar with the Best Music Apps of 2018
Guitar Tuner Apps for Android, iOS and Windows Easily Tune Your Guitar with the Best Music Apps of 2018 A blog about different guitar tuners for your phones, finding the best music apps for tuning your guitar. Four Things You Need to Know About Guitar Tuner Apps Listening to and playing different tunes on a […]
How a Cello Changed My Life
How a Cello Changed My Life is a blog about the author’s journey through a musical instrument. It’s both personal and musical, documenting my practice and study, as well as recitals and performances. The blog began in April 2016 so that I could keep track of my progress, but it has become much more than […]
Five Solid Ways To Start Mastering Bass Guitar
Bass guitar is a great instrument. It’s one of the most important instruments in modern music and it’s a fantastic choice for your first ever stringed instrument. If you’re learning bass guitar, here are five solid ways to start mastering it: 1. Start with learning the basics. Learning the basics should be your first goal […]
5 Tips to Help You Buy The Right Guitar For You
5 Tips to Help You Buy The Right Guitar For You A blog around how to get the right guitar for your needs. If you are a beginner guitar player, or interested in learning to play the guitar then chances are you’ll want to know what sort of guitar to get as a beginner. If […]