January 28, 2025
Music & Artists: Béla Fleck
The world-renowned banjo master offers beginner tips as well as insight into his Gold Tone Mastertone “Bluegrass Heart” banjo.
Tag: Acoustic Guitar
January 16, 2025
Young Bob Dylan: Getting to Know the Complete Unknown
Elijah Wald, whose book Dylan Goes Electric! inspired the new biopic A Complete Unknown, talks about the musicianship of an American icon. Plus: Music & Arts Gear & Book Guide
July 14, 2023
Beginner Instruments: Brands and Models You Can Trust
As a musician, choosing the right beginner instrument is crucial for a smooth and enjoyable learning experience. To help you get started, we have compiled a list of top beginner-friendly musical instruments along with specific brands and models that are highly regarded in the industry. Whether you aspire to play the guitar, piano, violin, or […]
June 28, 2023
Taylor Guitars Collaborates with D’Addario for Enhanced Guitar Experience
Taylor Guitars, the renowned builder of premium acoustic guitars, and D’Addario, the world’s premier guitar string maker, have joined forces in an exciting collaboration. The partnership combines decades of innovation and expertise, and involves Taylor’s transition to D’Addario’s premium XS coated Phosphor Bronze guitar strings. The collaboration will elevate the acoustic guitar-playing experience to new […]
June 19, 2023
7 Must-Have Products to Amplify Your Summer Sound!
Picture yourself strumming a ukulele by the beach, its cheerful tones resonating with the crashing waves and the laughter of friends. Imagine the flickering flames of a campfire, accompanied by the soulful melodies of a portable acoustic guitar, creating an ambiance that sparks both connection and inspiration. Envision the enchanting sounds of a saxophone floating […]
April 22, 2020
Helpful Information for Beginner Guitarists
Learning to play the guitar can be a fun and exciting adventure, but becoming comfortable with the instrument can be hard, especially those who are new to the world of music. Whether you’re a brand new guitar player or haven’t picked up the instrument in quite some time, there are a few important things to […]
April 1, 2020
How to Play Guitar Chords: Important Tips for Beginners
Learning how to play guitar chords begins with the basics, such as learning the names of each guitar string and how to read chord diagrams. Whether you’re taking guitar lessons or learning on your own, playing chords is an important first step. Learning how to play guitar chords will help you become a great guitar […]
February 9, 2020
Get Out Your Guitar Day: New Places to Play Your Guitar
This year’s National Guitar Day falls on February 11th, 2020. You may be wondering, just what is the hype behind Guitar Day? We all know every day is a great day to jam out a solo for the cat to decompress after a long day. As we face the ebb and flow of growing up, […]
December 6, 2018
The Best Christmas Gifts for Guitar Players
Finding the perfect gift for a guitar player can be hard; even more so if you aren’t musically inclined yourself. If you’re stumped about what to get your guitar-playing child, friend, or family member for Christmas, we’ve got you covered. Become the champion of the Christmas season by gifting them any one of these items- […]
June 11, 2018
12 & 14 Fret Guitars: Which is Right For You?
What Does it all Mean? Twelve and 14 fret guitars refer to the place where the neck and the guitar body come together. Twelve fret guitars meet at the 12th fret. Fourteen fret guitars meet at the 14th. What’s a fret you ask? A fret is that raised part on the neck of a stringed […]