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Common Guitar Mistakes Beginners Make (And How to Avoid Them)
Here is a list of problems new guitar players face and how to solve them. Use them for your improvement!
The American Guitar Academy
Nov 26, 20246 min read
Should You Learn on Your Own or Get a Teacher?
Self-study is a good way to learn guitar, but taking lessons is a faster way to improve and learn more skills. Read this blog to find out!
The American Guitar Academy
Nov 23, 20247 min read
Should I Use a Guitar Pick Starting Out?
Should beginners learn to play with a pick or with their fingers? Read on to find out the advantages and disadvantages of each!
The American Guitar Academy
Nov 17, 20247 min read
What are Pentatonic Scales?
In this blog we will introduce the basics of the pentatonic scale that every guitarist should know.
The American Guitar Academy
Nov 16, 20248 min read
Strings Attached: How to Choose the Best Guitar Strings for Your Music
This blog will help you choose the right guitar strings for you from the many different types available!
The American Guitar Academy
Nov 5, 20247 min read
Amps Vs Modelers - My Personal Experience
Which gear is right for you, the amp or the modeler? This blog will help you understand the differences and choose the right gear!
The American Guitar Academy
Nov 2, 20247 min read
The Best Songs for Learning Barre Chords
Let's learn the barre chord basics you need to know and use in your guitar playing!
The American Guitar Academy
Oct 20, 20247 min read
The Intermediate Guitarist Checklist: The Skills and Techniques Every Intermediate Guitar Player Should Be Able to Do
Here is a list of things that intermediate guitarists need to know. Use this list to see how well you understand things now!
The American Guitar Academy
Oct 14, 20249 min read
The Best Guitar Solos for Learning Lead Guitar
Here is a list of the best music for learning guitar solos. Check out these great songs for beginner to intermediate players!
The American Guitar Academy
Oct 13, 20246 min read
Exploring Alternate Guitar Tunings
Learn about alternate tunings that give you a different sound than the standard tuning!
The American Guitar Academy
Oct 12, 20247 min read
The Importance of the Capo for Acoustic Guitarists
Read this blog to learn about capos, one of the most common items for guitarists!
The American Guitar Academy
Oct 8, 20246 min read
Jazz vs. Blues: What's the Difference?
Jazz and blues are similar but different styles of music. Find out about the history and differences between them!
The American Guitar Academy
Oct 7, 20245 min read
How to Read Guitar TABs for Beginners
This blog post will help you learn how to read and practice TAB notation, which is very useful for guitar beginners!
The American Guitar Academy
Oct 1, 20247 min read
Practical Ways to Practice Scales on the Guitar
Learn how to practice scales, which are essential for effective guitar improvement, and apply it to your own practice!
The American Guitar Academy
Sep 30, 20247 min read
The Guitar and Pop Music: Defining Popular Culture
Learn about the history of the guitar and its influence on the music scene, which continues to this day!
The American Guitar Academy
Sep 29, 20245 min read
New Orleans: The Birthplace of Jazz
Read to learn about the history and culture of New Orleans, the city where a lot of great music was born!
The American Guitar Academy
Sep 28, 20247 min read
Should Beginners Start on an Acoustic Guitar Instead of Electric?
If you are just starting to play the guitar, should you buy an electric guitar or an acoustic guitar? Find out about the differences here!
The American Guitar Academy
Sep 27, 20247 min read
The Most Common Guitar Strumming Patterns Every Player Should Know
Here are some basic rhythm patterns that beginners should know! Practice them and try out different genres!
The American Guitar Academy
Sep 24, 20246 min read
The Pickup Playbook: Mastering Sound with the Right Pickup
Find your ideal guitar sound by understanding the differences in tone between different pickups!
The American Guitar Academy
Sep 23, 20248 min read
The Three Kings of the Blues: B.B. King, Albert King, and Freddie King
Learn about the three great guitarists known as the three kings of blues guitar in this blog!
The American Guitar Academy
Sep 20, 20246 min read
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