15Aug
Exploring the Gypsy Jazz Guitar Style: Tips and Techniques

Gypsy Jazz, also known as Jazz Manouche, is a musical genre that brims with fervour, intricacy, and a distinctive swing rhythm that’s hard to resist.…

01Aug
How to Start Playing Rock Guitar: A Guide for Beginners

The raw energy of rock music, with its signature overdriven guitars and powerful riffs, has captured the hearts of music lovers for decades. Central to…

15Jul
Introduction to Jazz Guitar: Everything You Need to Know as a Beginner

Are you drawn towards the expressive, soulful melodies of jazz guitar?  This article seeks to unravel the mysteries of the jazz guitar for beginners, walking…

01Jul
The Importance of the 12-Bar Blues Progression in Guitar Playing

The 12-bar blues progression is a vital component of the blues sound and, by extension, is pivotal in guitar playing. This simple yet profound chord…

01Jun
Mastering Power Chords: A Fundamental Skill for Rock Guitarists

Power chords are the backbone of rock guitar.  Recognizable for their raw, punchy sound, these stripped-down two or three-note chords—consisting of the root and fifth—are…

15May
How to Improvise a Blues Guitar Solo

Blues improvisation is an art that embodies the raw and expressive nature of blues music.  Aspiring blues guitarists often aim to master this art, as…

01May
Five Essential Jazz Guitar Scales for Beginners

Scales play an integral role in the world of jazz guitar and indeed, in all forms of music. They are the building blocks of melodies,…

15Apr
Should I Take Guitar Lessons Or Teach Myself?

As an aspiring guitarist, you may find yourself at the crossroads of a crucial decision: should you delve into the world of structured guitar lessons or embark…

01Apr
Considering Getting Guitar Lessons? These Points Might Help You Decide!

The question “Should I get guitar lessons?” comes to us all at different times of life, but if you find yourself asking it more and…

15Mar
What Should You Look For in a Guitar Teacher?

The best guitar teachers can make a world of difference to how much you learn and how quickly you progress. The right support can also…

01Mar
Music Courses in Leeds

Leeds is a music-oriented city with a rich history of performers, composers, and musicians. With so many music events held here every year, as well…

15Feb
A List of Music Centres in Leeds

Introduction Looking to find a place for your child to learn an instrument in Leeds and surrounding areas? Why not check out these music centres…

01Feb
The Different Types of Music You Can Play on Guitar

Learning to play the guitar is very interesting!  The guitar is versatile, and you’re never done learning more about it. No matter which genre is…

15Jan
How to Determine Your Guitar Skill Level

Practising guitar regularly is the best way to improve your guitar playing skills, but it’s a good idea to know your current guitar skill level…

01Jan
How to Improve Your Guitar Practice Sessions

If you practise guitar regularly you will get better, there’s no doubt about it. But if you make your guitar practice the best it can…

15Nov
How Long Does It Take to Learn Guitar?

The answer to the question “How long does it take to learn guitar?” can vary a lot. Learning to play guitar is like learning a…

01Nov
Types of Guitar Chords

Guitar chords are the sounds that make up any piece of music you compose on your guitar. Of course, you can strum single notes, but…

15Oct
9th Chords

What’s up guys! Bryan here – today we’re going to look at 9th chords! We could consider this an extended chord. The formula for a…