It’s a precise instrument that requires manual dexterity, a good ear and a great deal of practice. But knowing your instrument and developing good playing habits can open the door to lifelong enjoyment and a long-lasting musical relationship that will yield many rewards. 1. STAY IN TUNE Standard violins have four strings. When left “open” […]
1. Break The Music Down Into Smaller Pieces 2. Use a Metronome 3. Increase the Complexity of Bowing Movements 4. Record and Use a Mirror 5. Repetition Is Your Best Friend 6. Take Proper Care of Your Violin 1. Break The Music Down Into Smaller Pieces Performing music fluently requires practice, so by spending time […]
The key to learning to play any instrument well, including the violin, is to throw yourself into the deep end. During the time I made the most progress, I practiced every day, almost all my friends were musicians and basically, music was the center of my whole life for a while.\ How to Learn the […]
As a beginner guitar player, you probably have a bunch of questions about getting started. Here are some words of encouragement for anyone looking to start playing guitar. How long does it take to learn to play the guitar? The time it takes to learn to play the guitar varies greatly from person to person. […]
Congratulations! Now, let’s get started on your journey toward playing like your guitar heroes. Our blog has many helpful guides to learn the guitar. Follow the links in this article to read more and improve your guitar skills. 1. Choosing between an acoustic and electric guitar Acoustic guitars Acoustic guitars are a great choice for […]
The various types of guitars that exist in our world are so numerous that choosing the best one suited for your needs might seem impossible at first. Let us explore the most common guitars, all the way up to some models that might seem alien at first, and show you what they’re all about! Acoustic […]
1. Get a capo A capo is a moveable clamp that can be placed across the fretboard of a guitar (or similar stringed instrument such as the bouzouki or mandolin) to raise the tuning of the instrument (from E standard to F standard if placed on the first fret in E standard tuning). Essentially, it […]
1. Start With The Basics Of Playing Guitar The first steps are always the most difficult. But you have to learn to crawl before you can walk — building up strength and confidence before you can get going. Little things like learning the names of your strings and the different parts of your guitar can help you […]
How Many Strings Does a Guitar Have? Most guitars consist of six strings. Around mid 1800s, the modern six-string classical guitar design was born with six strings and EADGBE tuning. Why EADGBE? The short answer is that the standard tuning is the most practical and comfortable way for your hands to play both chords and melodies, a […]
