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Using 4ths: The Ultimate 80s Metal Trick
One of the main things a guitarist could tell you about guitar-centric music from the 1980s is that it was a period of blistering...

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5 hours ago4 min read
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A Listener's Guide to Jazz Music : How to Listen to Jazz
A Listener's Guide to Jazz Music : How to Listen to Jazz Jazz music, with its rich history and complex, soulful sounds, can be a...

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1 day ago6 min read
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Introduction to the Ukulele: for Beginners
The ukulele is a charming and accessible instrument that has found its place in a wide array of musical genres. Whether you're enchanted...

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4 days ago6 min read
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The Three Hills of Learning Guitar
Let me preface this entire document with a short disclaimer. This blog post is entirely my view, and any similarity between other...

The American Guitar Academy
5 days ago6 min read
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Songwriting
The art of creating a piece of music is an alluring prospect for many musicians. Some people are not that interested in writing songs,...

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May 146 min read
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I Can’t Read Music. Can I Still Learn to Play the Guitar?
While reading music can be a useful skill, it’s not a prerequisite for learning to play the guitar. In fact, many famous guitarists started out without any formal music training. Here are some tips for beginner guitarists looking to start learning without traditional music notation.
1. Start with the Basics
Before you dive into playing songs, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the guitar. Learn the names of the parts of the guitar, how to hold it properly, and ho

The American Guitar Academy
May 137 min read
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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
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The Benefits of Learning Music Theory
Let's learn about the benefits of understanding music theory in this blog post!

The American Guitar Academy
Nov 25, 20247 min read
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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
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Essential Audio Knowledge: The Musician's Path to Mastering Audio Engineering
It is important for artists today to have a basic knowledge of recording and performance techniques. Let's learn it in this blog!

The American Guitar Academy
Nov 22, 20247 min read
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Natural, Artificial, and Pinch Harmonics Explained
Here are three types of harmonics that make your guitar playing more interesting, and how to play them!

The American Guitar Academy
Nov 19, 20246 min read
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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
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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
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Introduction to Diatonic Chords in Music Theory
In this article, we will introduce the basics of diatonic chords, which every musician should know!

The American Guitar Academy
Nov 15, 20247 min read
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The Most Common Fingerstyle Patterns Every Guitar Player Should Know
Master the six basic fingerstyle guitar patterns in this blog!

The American Guitar Academy
Nov 12, 20245 min read
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Introduction to Chord Melody
Here are the basics of playing solo guitar, playing chords and melody at the same time. Be sure to check out the performance videos!

The American Guitar Academy
Nov 11, 20245 min read
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Nashville: The Heartbeat of Country Music
Here are some famous music spots and musicians associated with Nashville, which has produced many talented artists!

The American Guitar Academy
Nov 10, 20246 min read
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Differences Between Pop Music in UK and Japan
The purpose of this blog is to compare the differences and characteristics of Japanese and British pop music!

The American Guitar Academy
Nov 9, 20246 min read
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From Soprano to Baritone: Demystifying Ukulele Sizes for Beginners
Ukulele lessons are also popular at our school. Read this blog to understand the differences and choose the right size ukulele for you!

The American Guitar Academy
Nov 8, 20244 min read
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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
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