June 25, 2017
Over time, the quality of sound your acoustic or electric guitar produces will start to decline. Guitars are primarily made of wood which makes them susceptible to damage from temperature, moisture, string tension, and being played. Your guitar will gradually expand, contract, and warp which all cause the sound to suffer. For many people who […]
June 13, 2017
There’s one thing virtually every guitar player wants, and it’s perfect tone. Some guitarists even spend their entire life pursuing it. For others, perfect tone is slightly out of reach–reserved for the guitar gods they idolize on the radio. Although perfect tone may seem impossible, there are plenty of things you can do make the […]
June 4, 2017
I have been teaching guitar for over 30 years, and through those years I have taught students of all ages 12 through the mature adult. I was working out of the local music store where the bulk of my students were teenagers, young adult rockers or the retired adult who always wanted to play guitar […]
February 25, 2016
So, you’ve taken the plunge and purchased a guitar. Whether it’s brand new or just new to you, the proper care and maintenance of your guitar is essential for its longevity and quality of performance. You’ll want to do everything you possibly can to keep it in tip-top shape; if you do, you’ll be able […]
February 8, 2016
When it’s time to select an acoustic guitar, you may notice that you can choose from a 6-string or 12-string guitars. There are several differences in these two types of instruments. Let us explain. By far the more prevalent choice is the 6-string guitar. Played by guitarists of all styles, both strummed or finger-picked, the […]
January 4, 2016
Opening a fresh pack of guitar strings is always exciting, but breaking them in is a whole other story. Whether you’ve switched to a different brand or are sticking with the tried and true, breaking in a new set of guitar strings can be a painful process. In fact, new guitar players sometimes give up […]
November 18, 2015
Christmas is edging closer, so it’s time to start thinking about finding that perfect gift for your friends and family members. If they play the guitar and haven’t supplied you with an in-depth wishlist, here are some Christmas gift ideas for guitar players of all skill levels. Whether you’re looking for something quick, cheap, and […]
November 9, 2015
While some guitars already come with a hard guitar case, there are plenty that don’t. If your child’s guitar is used, rented, or came with a broken or damaged case, the right hard guitar case can mean the difference between your child playing the next show or being stuck last-minute without a working instrument. From […]
November 8, 2015
Financially speaking, when a child first learns to play the guitar, renting a guitar almost always makes more sense. Not only does a good rental program come with a variety of perks and benefits, but a rent-to-own program means that each payment goes towards the purchase price of the guitar. With no interest and no […]
September 22, 2015
If your child is still interested in playing the guitar after some after-school lessons, it may be time to trade in that rental and surprise them with their first guitar. When it comes to purchasing a beginner guitar for your child, there are a few things to pay attention to, including size and type. […]
