As with anything, you have to learn to walk before you can run. Playing guitar is no different. Before you dive into soloing, understanding basic music theory is crucial for making sense of your fretboard and creating cohesive solos. This soloing checklist aims to identify key areas of music theory that will make constructing solos …
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Augmented chords, often denoted by symbols like C+ or Caug, are intriguing yet somewhat elusive entities in the world of music theory. If you’re a beginner or intermediate guitar player, understanding these chords can elevate your playing and enrich your musical compositions. Let’s dive into the essentials of augmented chords! What are augmented chords? At …
Practice is the backbone of improvement for any guitarist, yet many of us struggle to make it a consistent part of our routine. In this article, we’ll explore common reasons guitarists avoid practice and delve into why cultivating a positive mindset towards practice is crucial for achieving rapid progress on the guitar. Top 10 excuses …
The practice hump: Why some guitarists find it hard to practice Read More »
This is the first blog post in a new series that is designed to demystify the basic music theory around constructing new and exciting chords. The series is aimed at both beginners and intermediate players. The objective is to help you expand your understanding of how to build these chords, use them in your own …
As a musician, practicing is an essential part of honing your craft. However, the noise level of your instruments can lead to permanent hearing damage over time. That’s why attenuated earplugs have become an essential tool for musicians who want to protect their hearing without sacrificing the quality of their practice sessions. What are attenuated …
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Tinnitus is a common condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is characterised by a persistent ringing, buzzing, or humming sound in the ears, which can be distracting and even debilitating in some cases. For guitar players, tinnitus can have a significant impact on their ability to perform and enjoy their music. …
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Are you the kind of player that dials up a pedal tone and leaves your pedal set up that way permanently? If you answered yes to the above then you could be risking the effects of oxidation degrading your pedal’s performance. Do you have any pedals that are suffering from intermittent signal issues or low volume …
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I purposely aimed this post at beginner and even intermediate level guitarists that are somewhat new to the world of guitar pedals. I want to help you to make informed choices, and get the best tone possible for both your bedroom and stage setups. If you’re new to the world of guitar and pedal effects, …
Here are Paule’s golden rules for buying your first electric guitar. Follow these to ensure that you enjoy playing your first instrument. Always buy from a ✅ trusted dealer and not a ❌ private seller. If you head to Trademe or other online marketplaces, you will see loads of guitars for sale, but you don’t …
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As a guitar performance coach, I regularly meet or receive coaching enquiries from guitar players that share a common problem. They’re usually self-taught and have a rudimentary understanding of basic chords. More often than not, they might know one or two shapes of the major and minor pentatonic scales. These players all have the same …
Can I learn to play guitar without having to learn basic music theory? Read More »
