April 10, 2020
When Is it Time to Step-Up Your Guitar?
There are many reasons to get an instrument upgrade. From outgrowing your guitar to becoming more interested in the instrument, here are some signs it’s time for to upgrade.
Tag: Guitar
April 9, 2020
The Total Beginner’s Guide on How to Choose a Guitar Amp
If you’re wondering how to choose a guitar amp, begin by considering the type of music you play. There are many different types of guitar amps and each one offers a different sound, as well as other features like effects. Guitarists who play in a band may need a different type of amp than a […]
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, […]
June 14, 2019
What Teaching Ukulele and Guitar Can Do for Your Class’ Music Program
How ukulele and guitar benefits children The guitar and ukulele are two of the world’s most popular instruments for a reason. In addition to being a blast to play, they’re also some of music’s most friendly instruments for beginners. If you’re looking for a great way to introduce your students to rock-solid music fundamentals like […]
March 20, 2019
The Coolest Guitars That Just Hit Our Online Store
One of the best things about Music & Arts is our inventory–it’s one of the largest you’ll find anywhere on the web, and it’s constantly being updated with brand new products. Whether you consider yourself a guitar aficionado or are purchasing your very first one, there are plenty of cool guitars that just hit our […]
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- […]
October 12, 2017
Six Guitar Upgrades That’ll Improve Your Sound (or Save You Money)
The sound of a guitar, like other instruments, will only be as good as the condition of its various parts. If your strings need to be changed or the nut is old, your sound probably won’t be as crisp and clear as it was when your guitar was brand new. If you purchased a used […]
July 26, 2017
So, You Want to To Teach Guitar?
What’s the best type of guitar? No matter what grade levels you teach, the best guitar for classroom use is the classic or nylon-stringed guitar. The strings are much easier on the fingers than steel-stringed guitars. Note that three of the six nylon strings appear to be metal, but they have a nylon-filament core. What’s […]
July 18, 2017
Teach Guitar? Do Your Best to Avoid These Six Mistakes
Becoming a good guitar teacher requires the perfect combination of education, intuition, and practice, and a big part of being a good teacher is knowing what NOT to do. When you avoid common guitar teaching mistakes, from overloading your students to not tracking progress, not only do you become a better teacher, but your students […]