Rockschool Exams: "Ain't No Sunshine" (Debut Grade)
The American Guitar Academy is very excited to be offering RSL's Rockschool curriculum and exams for guitar, bass, vocal and ukulele. Our...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Sep 16, 2021
- 1 min
Scholarship Contest 1st Prize Winner: Genki Okuyama
Congratulations to Genki Okyama for winning 1st prize in the 2021 TAGA Scholarship Contest. His winning video submission was a passionate...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Sep 7, 2021
- 1 min
Fusako plays "Natsu wo Akiramete"
Fusako plays "Natsu wo Akiramete" 『夏をあきらめて』in an arrangement for two guitars by her teacher Carl. This nostalgic love song is originally...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Aug 23, 2021
- 1 min
Kae Plays "Deep River" (Utada Hikaru)
Here is Kae playing "Deep River" by Utada Hikaru, accompanied by her teacher Carl. Kae is playing the original guitar part as it appears...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Jul 29, 2021
- 1 min
Grooving with a Loop Pedal! Ayami plays Jackie and Wilson
Ayami plays grooves from "Jackie and Wilson" by Hozier. Ayami is using a loop pedal here to layer up grooves on top of one another,...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Jul 27, 2021
- 1 min
Tango Duet (Francisco Tárrega) performed by Isako & Carl
Francisco Tárrega (1852 – 1909) is often known as the father of the classical guitar. Several of his compositions, such as Recuerdos de...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Jul 25, 2021
- 1 min
Reharmonizing Melodies
An interesting exercise for advanced students is to take a simple melody and reharmonize it. Here, TAGA instructor Aaron plays his...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Jul 11, 2021
- 1 min
Derek(s) & Giovanni(s) play Purcell's "Hole in the Wall"
Here TAGA student Derek (flute, guitar) performs Purcell's "Hole in the Wall" with his teacher Giovanni (lute, guitar). "Hole in the...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Jul 5, 2021
- 1 min
Madeline sings and plays "I Love You For Sentimental Reasons"
Here's TAGA student Madeline's beautiful rendition of "I Love You For Sentimental Reasons". The song was popularized by Nat King Cole in...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Jun 29, 2021
- 1 min
Fusako plays "Ai no Katachi" (Shape of Love)
Ai no Katachi was written by the group GreeeeN and was recorded by the singer Misia. The song was arranged for guitar duet by Fusako and...
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The American Guitar Academy
- May 23, 2021
- 1 min
Hanako plays "Yoru ni Kakeru"
Yoru ni Kakeru (夜に駆ける, "Racing into the Night") is by the J-pop duo YOASOBI. Hanako plays an arrangement for two guitars, accompanied by...
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The American Guitar Academy
- May 13, 2021
- 1 min
Noah Plays His Original Composition
TAGA student Noah is studying with Hiroshi and enjoys writing original compositions. Here, he plays his piece "Lack of Comprehension" for...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Apr 19, 2021
- 1 min
Hip Hop & Guitar Track by TAGA Student Hayato
Here's an original track performed and created by TAGA student Hayato Nishio. Working with drum loops is an excellent way to generate new...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Apr 18, 2021
- 1 min
Kai plays "Pay Me My Money Down"
"Pay Me My Money Down" is a traditional working song from the beautiful Georgia Sea Islands. It was made famous by Bruce Springsteen who...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Apr 13, 2021
- 1 min
Lisa plays "Somewhere Over the Rainbow"
As well as guitar, Lisa also learns ukulele with Hiroshi. Here she is singing and playing "Somewhere Over the Rainbow", a beautiful song...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Apr 8, 2021
- 1 min
Kai plays "Sakura"
Here Kai plays the Japanese folk song "Sakura". This year, he was able to enjoy the cherry blossoms from his window! Great job, Kai!
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The American Guitar Academy
- Apr 8, 2021
- 1 min
Isako & Carl play Beethoven's "Moonlight Sonata"
First of all, Happy Birthday to Isako! The Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor is one of Ludwig van Beethoven's best loved and most famous...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Mar 30, 2021
- 1 min
"Don't Know Why" (Shannina & Giovanni's Cover)
"Don't Know Why" is by the American singer-songwriter and guitarist Jesse Harris. The song is best known however in the version recorded...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Mar 28, 2021
- 1 min
Lisa Sings and Plays "Hey Jude"
Lisa loves the Beatles and has been learning "Hey Jude" in her lessons with her teacher, Hiroshi. Great job, Lisa! Hey Jude, don't make...
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The American Guitar Academy
- Mar 28, 2021
- 1 min
Luca plays "Memories of the Alhambra" (Concert Level Piece)
TAGA student Luca is just 14 years old, but is already playing concert-level pieces. Here he plays "Recuerdos de la Alhambra" (Memories...
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