Acoustic guitar can be played unamplified and is perfect for strumming chords & songwriting. If you enjoy the music of Jack Johnson, Jason Derulo, Ed Sheran, Ben Howard, Joni Mitchell, Sheryl Crow, Amy McDonald then consider starting with the acoustic guitar.
Electric guitar offers more versatility and is slightly easier for younger learners with smaller neck and easier action. You will need an amplifier and perhaps also some effects pedals which will allow you to play in the style of great guitarists such as John Mayer, Jimmy Page, Hendrix, Van Halen, Eric Clapton & The Edge.
Bass Guitar provides the harmonic framework and rhythm in a band. It is used in many styles such as rock, pop, reggae, country, blues, and jazz. It is used as a solo instrument in jazz, fusion, Latin, funk, and in some rock and heavy metal styles.
Acoustic Guitar Lesson 7
Slash Chords Nothing to do with the guitarist Slash! These are chords which are written with another note next to them, separated by a forward slash. For example, Cadd9/E. The letter after the slash indicates the bass note for the chord. Take a listen to some slash chords. Theory – Time Signatures 3/4 &...
Acoustic Guitar Lesson 6
Chord – Bm7#5 Here it is! The last of our connected chords, Bm7#5. This can be used as a substitute for a Bm chord. The finger positions for this chord are very similar to the Em7 and A7sus4 chords. Take a listen to the Bm7#5 chord…. This is what it looks like. The fourth...
Acoustic Guitar Lesson 5
Chord – A7sus4 In this lesson, we encounter the A7sus4. This can be used as a substitute for an Am7 chord. The finger positions for this chord are very similar to the Em7 we learned a few lessons back. Take a listen to the A7sus4 chord…. This is what it looks like. You’ll notice...
Acoustic Guitar Lesson 4
Chords – D & Dsus4 In this lesson, we encounter the D major chord and another flavour of this chord; Dsus4. The sus4 just tells us we have altered one of the notes in the chord, in this case, the F sharp becomes a G. Take a listen to the Dsus4 chord…. This is...
Acoustic Guitar Lesson 3
Chords In this lesson, we encounter our first minor chord; Em7. Whenever you see a lowercase letter m after a chord, it signifies a minor chord. The 7 just tells us we have an additional note, in this case a D. Take a listen to the Em7 chord…. This is what it looks like…...
Acoustic Guitar Lesson 2
Chords The new chord in this lesson is Cadd9. It might sound more difficult than a regular C chord but it’s just as easy. In fact, It’s almost the same as the G chord we just learned! The “add9” just tells us there’s an extra note included in the chord which doesn’t usually belong...
Acoustic Guitar Lesson 1
Introduction In this course, we will be learning six chords which will enable us to play the majority of pop/rock/country style songs. This group of chords flow well together and provide a smooth connected sound. By making use of a capo, we can change the pitch of these chords to play in lots of different...
Boss RC50 Loopstation
For those awaiting the arrival of a new industry-leading looper, the wait is finally over. Introducing the RC-50 — the most feature-laden Loop Station BOSS has ever built. It’s the best live looping tool ever built for that matter. Housed in a spacious seven-footswitch floor unit, the RC-50 lets you manipulate three stereo...
Benefits of Learning Music
Recent research emphasises the benefits of learning music:·Music aids the development of speech. Singing simple songs teaches your child how language is constructed. According to Jessica Pitt from the Pre-School Music Association: “Babies seem to learn best when songs are experienced through their bodies. Movement and music greatly enhance acquisition of language.”·Music helps children...
20 Ways to Solve Guitar Tuning Problems
There’s nothing more frustrating than a guitar that won’t stay in tune. Here are twenty suggestions relating to the instrument set up and the guitarist’s technique which will help you to play in tune and stay in tune! Instrument1. Tuning Technique. Most guitar instruction books teach the 4th/5th fret method which is a simple...