Here are 5 quick tips for players of various levels: Beginners: do not limit yourself to practicing only what your teacher has given you to […]
Tip of the Week for August 2, 2014 – Don’t Underestimate This
Do not estimate the value of learning and studying styles of music other than the ones you enjoy playing most. Getting good at a particular […]
Tip of the Week for July 26, 2014 – How Dedicated Are You?
“You need to practice at least 8 hours a day, probably 10, if you really want to be good. Most of you are wasting way […]
Tip of the Week for July 19, 2014 – No Pain, No Gain
You’ve heard the saying, “No pain, no gain.” In guitar playing, it ain’t true. Well, not entirely. It depends on what you mean when you […]
Tip of the Week for July 12, 2014 – Baby Steps, Bob. Baby Steps
But if you’re a total beginner guitarist, remember, it takes time to develop your skills. And commitment. Actually, even if you’ve been playing for a […]
Tip of the Week for July 5, 2014 – One Secret Almost No One Knows
Today I’m going to tell you one of the most important concepts I know about making crazy fast progress as a guitarist. It’s something almost […]
Tip of the Week for May 3, 2014 – Listening to Solos
Instead of listening to only guitarists, listen to the phrasing of saxophone, trumpet, and other wind players. Listening to how other instrumentalists phrase their solos […]
Tip of the Week for May 31, 2014 – This Should Be Obvious, But It Isn’t
This week’s tip is simple and short. It should be obvious, but when the rubber meets the road, it isn’t. When you sit down to […]
Tip of the Week for May 24, 2014 – The One Thing That Hinders You More Than Anything Else
There is something that causes more problems with your progress as a guitarist than anything else. It isn’t your lack of ability (natural talent is […]
Tip of the Week for May 17, 2014 – Pay Attention to Tension
Most guitarists only pay attention to their fretting hand when they’re playing. Some will pay attention to their picking hand. Almost none pay attention to […]