Why Your Guitar Teacher Rocks (Even More) When You Like Them We all learn better from people we like. This is especially true when it comes to something as personal and potentially frustrating as learning an instrument. For a guitar instructor, building rapport is one of the most important aspects of teaching; it’s about creating […]
Google Drive and Sheets: A Student’s Guide to Organization and Practice This blog post unveils a powerful weapon in your practice arsenal: Google Drive + Sheets. Sheet is such a helpful tool for our students to be able to keep track of where they are and what we’ve covered. Why Google Drive? Google Drive, […]
Chordify in the Studio Getting your child interested in music is a fantastic way to foster creativity, develop coordination, and boost their confidence. One thing that has been a game changer for my students is incorporating an app called Chordify into their lessons. This innovative app is like a musical playground, turning learning guitar or […]
American vs. Mexican Fender Telecasters: Which One Rocks Your World? The Fender Telecaster, or Tele for short, is a legendary guitar. But with so many models to choose from, one of the biggest questions for aspiring Tele players is: American-made or Mexican-made? Both are fantastic instruments, but there are some key differences to consider. I […]
Mixolydian Mode: A Major Scale with a Bluesy Twist Today, we look at the soulful sounds of the Mixolydian mode. In music theory, modes are like variations on the major scale. They use the same notes but start and end on different degrees, creating unique flavors. This is a great scale to use when writing […]
Unveiling the Brightness: A Dive into the Lydian Mode with Music Theory Music theory offers a ton of scales beyond the well-traveled paths of major and minor. Let’s take a look at the Lydian mode, a scale that injects a burst of sunshine and a touch of the unexpected into musical creations. Lydian Mode: A […]
Unveiling the Mystery: The Phrygian Mode In the world of music theory, scales extend way beyond the familiar major and minor. Today, we take a look at the intriguing Phrygian mode, a scale with a unique sound and a long history. What is It? The Phrygian mode is one of the seven musical modes derived […]
Unveiling the Dorian Mode: A Bright Twist on the Minor Scale In the world of music, venturing beyond the standard major and minor scales unlocks a ton of unique sounds and expressive possibilities. Among these is the Dorian mode, offering a captivating blend of familiar and unexpected. A Little Music Theory-What is a Mode? Before […]
Unveiling the Harmonic Minor Scale: A Guide for Musicians The musical world is filled with diverse scales, each offering unique sounds and colors. Today, we delve into some music theory by introducing the Harmonic minor scale and exploring its characteristics and how you can incorporate it into your music. What is the Harmonic Minor Scale? […]
What is the Neapolitan 6th Chord The Neapolitan 6th chord (often abbreviated as N6) adds a touch of sophistication and unexpectedness to your music. Here’s how to play it: Understanding the Neapolitan 6th: It’s built on the flattened second scale degree of the key you’re in. For example, in the key of C major, the second scale […]