How to Find Guitar Lessons Near Me There are a few different ways to find guitar lessons near you. One option is to ask your friends, family, or colleagues for recommendations. You can also search for “guitar lessons near me” on Google for guitar teachers in your area. Also, music stores usually have a list […]
Five Tips for Choosing the Right Guitar Teacher Learning to play the guitar can be a rewarding experience, but it’s important to choose the right teacher to help you reach your goals. Not all guitar teachers are created equal, and some may be better suited for your individual needs than others. In this blog, we’ll […]
The Strings of Your Life: A Guide to Electric Guitar Strings Written by Bard the AI and edited by Karney Schumacher There are all different types of electric guitar strings, each with their own unique personality. Some strings are bright and outgoing, while others are more mellow and laid-back. Some strings are easy to get […]
Fun Side of Guitar Picks Guitar picks are a simple thing, but they can be a lot of fun. There are all sorts of different shapes, sizes, and materials to choose from, and each one can produce a slightly different sound. You can even find picks with funny or interesting designs. If you’re looking for […]
How I Started Teaching Online with Zoom If there has been anything positive as the result of CoVid-19, is that it gave me an opportunity to try teaching online with Zoom. As a music instructor, my focus has always been instructing students face to face. However, after the Corona Virus hit, in person was no […]
Purchasing an Electric Guitar Purchasing an electric guitar for the first time is an amazing experience. There is almost an endless number of colors, shapes, configurations, and sizes. A person could, and probably should, literally stay at a music store all day trying out guitars. There are a few things I would recommend before making […]
March Jam Session We just completed our March jam session and it was amazing. Students of all ages and levels were there in four separate bands. It was fun to kick things off with a quick solo from Pink Floyd’s Sorrow before everyone got up to play. It is always a little scary to play […]
Guitar for a Beginner Student One of the best ways to help your son or daughter become successful in their lessons is to pick the right guitar for a beginner student. I don’t blame the parents who inadvertently chose something hard to play since parents generally don’t know what to look for in a guitar. […]
How Often Should I Practice One question I get all the time is “how often should I practice?” My recommendation is at least 20 minutes three times per week. For brand new students, sometimes it is better to stop earlier if your fingers get sore…especially for the younger kids. The key is not to get […]