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Which Is Easier To Learn – Guitar Or Bass?

Bass and guitar are actually very similar instruments. If you’ve wondered which is easier to learn, bass or guitar, then the truth is they are both complex instruments that take time to learn! Nonetheless, they do have some differences, and you should consider the pros and cons of each one, particularly when you’re first starting …

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8 Top Tips For Playing Guitar With Small Hands

Have you ever heard things like “you have excellent hands for piano/guitar,” said to people with large hands? Do you feel you don’t fit in this category? Don’t worry! In this article, you will discover that playing guitar with small hands doesn’t have to be an issue at all. Follow these useful tips to become …

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20 Easy To Learn Acoustic Guitar Songs

Feeling like the scales and chords exercises aren’t enough? You can try what you’ve learned so far, and following the steps of some of the great musicians in the world! Here we show you 20 easy to learn acoustic guitar songs with their chords.  Bear in mind that not every song in this list is …

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How To Learn Power Chords On An Acoustic Guitar

Do you think that the sound of an acoustic guitar is too mellow and tame to play heavy rock songs? Think again. Do you want to increase your versatility as an acoustic guitar player? You’ve come to the right place! In this article, we will show you how to learn power chords on an acoustic …

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Which Is Easier To Learn – Guitar Or Violin?

If you’ve been trying to decide what instrument to play, you may have wondered, “Which is easier to learn, guitar or violin?” You’re not alone in wondering which is simpler. The most basic answer is they are both equally complex in their own ways. With the violin, you have to learn how to bow well, …

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The Best Way To Learn Guitar Online

Having one-to-one or group lessons with a private tutor offers a hands-on way to learn the fundaments of playing guitar. However, in these halcyon days of the internet, it’s not necessarily the best way to be taught. The internet is awash with online lessons, guides, and videos that can teach you all that you need …

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My Fingers Hurt Playing Guitar! – You’re Not Alone!

Congratulations, you’ve started playing guitar! If you’ve had more than one or two practices, though, you may have noticed that your fingers hurt while playing guitar. Unfortunately, that’s common for guitar players, but luckily, there is some good news! You can use a few tips to help you out while playing, and you can also …

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The Best Way To Learn Guitar For Adults

There are plenty of activities for people to enjoy as a pastime or hobby in their adult life. As a true beginner, it can be daunting to pick up a new hobby. Music is a unique art. It can be enjoyed and experienced by all people regardless of skill level. Listening to your favorite songs …

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The First Scale To Learn On Guitar

Figuring out what to learn on guitar isn’t the easiest thing to do if you’ve never played! Of course, first, you need to decide what kind of guitar you want to play. Do you want to play mainly chord songs? Then you might not need to learn scales. However, if you want to pick melodies, …

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The Best Way To Learn Songs On Guitar

You will notice after some playing that you need a way to figure out how to play your favorite songs. If you want to learn a sure-fire method to learn any song you want to play, look no further! In this article, we will show you the best way to learn songs on the guitar. …

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Finding The Best Way To Learn Guitar At Home

If you’ve been wanting to pick up the guitar, you may be wondering the best way to learn guitar at home. Lucky for you, you’ll find plenty of resources available to you on the web to get you started! Video tutorials are a great way to begin the process, as you can mimic what the …

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How Long Does It Take To Learn Acoustic Guitar?

If you have been watching your favorite musical artists play guitar for years, you’ve probably wondered, “How long does it take to learn acoustic guitar?” The good news is that the acoustic guitar is a great instrument for musical beginners. Even if you don’t have any musical training, you can learn to play the guitar! …

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How To Teach A Child To Play Guitar

If you are interested in immersing your children early on in the wonderful world of guitars, either as a parent or an instructor, this article is for you! Here we will talk about some of the most important do’s and don’ts of teaching guitar to children, with some fun and affordable options. Don’t: Make them …

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Which Is Easier To Learn, Guitar Or Ukulele? Let’s Find Out!

Deciding to learn a new instrument is a brave decision. You must put yourself out there and show a great deal of vulnerability and willingness to try something new. The arts, in general, are rewarding endeavors. They can provide entertainment, joy, and meaningful connections. Perhaps you have an interest in music but aren’t sure about …

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How Long Does It Take To Learn Guitar

Perhaps you recently started your journey in learning to play guitar, and you might be wondering how long it will take you to play with confidence and accuracy, much like your favorite artists. If that’s your question, you’ve come to the right place! In this article, we will discuss how long does it take to …

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Best Way To Learn Guitar On Your Own

Life can be busy and full of responsibilities that can make it very difficult to sign up in a music academy to learn guitar and devote yourself completely to it. But, does this mean you have to give up on your dream? Can you learn guitar on your own? In this article, we will talk …

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Is It Easier To Learn Guitar Or Piano?

Piano vs. guitar is not a big rivalry as, say, Coke vs. Pepsi. But it has its hardcore fans on both sides, saying that one or the other is better because it takes more time and effort to learn. Or less, depending on how you see it. Most people would argue basic stuff such as …

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Learn To Read Music For Guitar

When learning guitar, you will find that there’s a useful way to record music other than audio, and it’s by writing. There are three ways in which guitar music is written: music sheets, chord sheets, and tabs. You will find in this article the basics to make sense of what’s written in each so that …

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Can You Learn Guitar Fretboard In 10 Minutes?

Everybody wants to learn how to play guitar creatively and know where every note is in the fretboard; some programs are ambitious, promising you such achievement after 3 months, 1 month, even 3 weeks. Let’s get even more ambitious: how about 10 minutes? Is it possible to explain the fretboard basics in 1/6th of an …