Why spend hours slaving over learning the guitar when you can learn just enough to impress your friends?
Yes, you read it right. You don’t have to spend years perfecting the techniques to earn a reputation as a good guitarist.
At first it is a lot of fun practicing your musical skills at guitar, as you step into the unknown there are countless exercises and techniques to keep you busy for quite some time. But as you learn more and more you might find yourself going in circles, searching for new challenges. I’m not saying that you need to quit playing guitar, but there are numerous musicians who play a plethora of instruments.
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When you’re learning guitar it’s important to learn a little bit about the instrument’s origins. From the early designs to amplification, here’s a look back at guitar history, as well as the story of “Rock n Roll” from Denver, CO instructor Kirk R…
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When you start something new, like playing the guitar, it is important to learn the jargon. Knowing key guitar terms is helpful when purchasing your guitar, learning techniques, and simply talking with other guitarists. You will need to know where the pickups are, what a barre chord is, as well as how to use your capo. (You can find more information on the capo here: Ultimate Guide to Using a Guitar Capo.)