Stick With Guitar And Be Rewarded
“Music is too important to be left to professionals.” This quote is ascribed to more than one source. Whether you know it to be from Michelle Shocked or Robert Fulghum is beside the point. It’s one of the most poignant phrases ever uttered about the wonderful gift of music and […]
As a beginner guitar player I have been wondering how difficult it would be to transition from classical to steel string and vice versa. There are a lot of differences between classical and steel string acoustic guitars, not only are there differences in style but also in physicality. However in […]
Reading music is a subject which can strike fear into the heart of many aspiring musicians. It isn’t just aspiring musicians, though, as many people at different stages of their musical development struggle to read music. If you remember music lessons in school you may have an image in your […]
If you’re learning to play guitar, there are a few steps that you will go through. One of these steps is frustration, it is inevitable. There’s quite a tough adjustment period when you are playing guitar and it can feel like you are asking your hands to do things they […]
I am currently learning guitar with Justin Guitar’s beginner course and my fingertips are sensitive to the touch. They feel bruised, I have blisters and they are red. I have done enough reading to understand that calluses will eventually form and this is an important part of learning the guitar. […]
For many years I have suffered from depression and anxiety and about 2 years ago I came off the medication (prozac) I was using and have been off them ever since. Part of keeping off medication for me is about keeping busy and challenging your brain. Keeping busy with a […]
*If you are looking for a recommendation on the exact electrical guitar to buy then head here Introduction At the time most of us buy our first guitar, we know relatively little about the instrument and what to look for. As well as having to learn some new terminology and […]
With any hobby that takes a long time to master, it is easy to fall off the wagon. Life can take over and you can stop picking up guitar quite so often before stopping altogether. Whether you stopped five months or fifty years ago, it is never too late to […]
As a beginner, it can be very difficult to work out which type of guitar is best for your own needs, and even if you have established that the classical guitar is for you, how do you decide which to buy? This guide is designed to help walk you through the steps of a classical guitar, explaining the multitude of considerations for those looking to take the plunge and make a purchase.
When you picture yourself as a guitarist, you probably think of playing loud on stage in front of lots of people. The image of struggling through practice sessions at home when you know you can’t make a lot of noise is not the most romantic. However, having the option to […]
Hi! I'm Luke Winter, I turn 40 this year and this is where I share my journey from beginner to a competent guitarist. Along the way, I will pass on what I learn and I have asked experienced guitarists to write helpful articles so that we can all benefit from their advice from the start.