Is it better to get guitar lessons or to self teach?
Self-taught guitar vs lessons… It’s a question we get asked all the time! Is it worth getting a guitar teacher?
We’re a bit biased here, but get a guitar teacher! We often have students start lessons with us after years of self teaching, and they all say the same thing: “I’ve made more progress learning with you in 6 months than in 3 years of trying by myself!”…
How do I tune my guitar?
Tuning the guitar is an ever-present issue for all guitarists. The easiest approach for the novice (complete beginner) is to buy a clip-on, electronic guitar tuner . . . . . .
How do I play the E Minor chord?
E Minor is the most adaptable chord on guitar. Thanks to EADGBE tuning the chord of E minor, and it’s common extensions can be played multiple ways across the fretboard. Four of our six open strings are notes in an E minor chord ; the 6th, 4th, 3rd and 1st strings form a full E minor chord . . .
How do I play the A chord?
How many ways can you play A on guitar? ( Heaps! ) The chord of A major is able to be played several different ways on guitar. The way to play it depends on the style of the song you need it for, and the finger choices depend on the other chords you need to change A to and from . . .
What is Rhythm-slash Notation?
Rhythm slash notation is a simple, uncluttered system of timing symbols that allow rhythms to be displayed clearly, without having to write full chords in notation . . .
How do I play the C chord?
The C chord is very important on guitar as it seems to be in almost every guitar song! C is a good, well balanced guitar chord but it’s not the easiest shape for beginner players. Here’s some handy tips to help you improve playing your C chord . . .
How do I play the D chord?
The D chord is one of the more difficult chord shapes for guitar beginners. The position the fingers need to be in feels awkward at first, and it’s hard to get all of the held notes sounding clear. Here are some practice suggestions to help you develop a reliable D . . . .
How do I choose the right guitar for me?
For the adult beginner, or parent of a young beginner, the range available in a well-stocked guitar shop can be overwhelming. Some shops display dozens of instruments, from cheap starters up to expensive professional models . . . .
How do I play the G chord?
The G chord is one of the two most common, most variable chords on guitar (the other one is E minor). Professional players regularly use several shapes of G . . .