How do I practice guitar? What is meant by guitar training? Training on a guitar refers to the process of focused practice that developed the skills necessary to play the instrument proficiently. It’s having a practice plan so you make the most out your sessions, honing your focus by getting rid of distractions, and playing the things (over and over) that are the most difficult for you. This can be an uncomfortable process at times. Many guitarists can focus for a bit and then they need to check their phone or see how someone else does it on YouTube. Or they start playing their favorite licks ..read more

If your child has a love for singing, you might be curious about the potential benefits of enrolling them in kids’ singing lessons. Music plays a vital role in a child’s development, offering a range of advantages from enhancing cognitive skills and boosting self-confidence to fostering creativity and emotional expression. In this exploration of the power of music and youth music lessons in particular, we will delve into how these experiences can positively impact your child’s development, providing a platform for growth, self-discovery, and joy. Introduction: The Power of Music Why Consider ..read more

Learning to play guitar is different than most instruments. The guitar is harder than piano. The guitar is harder than violin. The guitar is harder than drums. Why is that? The answer goes back to how difficult it is for a beginner to start to sound musical, and once you’re able to make some music, how hard is it to advance? The guitar is a difficult instrument to start and anyone who makes it beyond beginner is to be applauded. The further you go, the harder it is to advance. This is often due to psychological and emotional resistance not to train because you can already make music. That mea ..read more

So, you can play basic chords, but you feel like you really can’t ‘play’ guitar? What can you do to become the player you really want to be? Do you spend a lot of time on YouTube looking for tips and tricks to help you become a better guitarist? Then this article is for you! Follow the steps below and double your skillset over a 3-month period. 1.       Decide what guitar hero means to you. This is often overlooked. Think about this description and  WRITE DOWN EXACTLY what type of guitarist you want to be. Do you want to be a high-level country player like G ..read more

5 Biggest Challenges for Beginning Singers   Beginning singers/vocalists face many challenges in developing vocal qualities (singing) that both they and their audience enjoy. Here are the top five technique challenges the beginning vocalists face. In the discussion below, find out why these aren’t the biggest challenge faced by the beginner!! Breath Control: One of the fundamental aspects of singing is learning how to control your breath. Good breath control allows a singer to hold notes for the right length of time, sing loudly or softly as required, and maintain a steady pitch. Howeve ..read more

How Long Does it Take to Get Good at Guitar? This is a question we get all the time. And we know you don’t like the answer, but it depends. Read on to learn seven steps that will get you to good as fast as possible! Learning guitar can be so rewarding for a beginner. You pick it up and sound good in a few weeks, playing a simple line melody or a couple of chords—with a lot of work. But playing it well, knowing how to use it musically and being able to do that competently is a much longer journey. It requires you to make decisions. For example, do you want to be a classical guitarist? f so, sp ..read more

“I’m going to practice an hour a day!” Sound familiar?   If you are early on in your guitar or vocal journey, here are three reasons you shouldn’t try to practice an hour a day. Lack of Stamina. Most beginning vocalists or guitarists don’t have the stamina to practice effectively for an hour. You’ve got to build up your muscles (singing muscles and for guitar, hand strength) and that takes a while. Attempting that much practice without a solid physical foundation can result in a strained voice or painful fingers. We equate pain and frustration with practicing so we stop so we stop prac ..read more

In order to describe a singer’s range, you’ve got to understand octaves. So what is an octave? Why should I care?   The octave relationship between two notes is a natural occurrence in music and has been referred to as the basic miracle of music. Simply put, an octave is the distance between one note (for example, C) and the next note bearing its same name that’s either higher or lower in pitch.   Put in scientific terms, an octave is the distance between one note and another note that’s double its frequency. Again using C as an example, middle C has a frequency of 440 Hz. The next ..read more

Performance anxiety, also known as stage fright, is common among singers, and for some, it can prevent them from performing. If you have performance anxiety, working on relaxing the body, changing negative thought patterns, and reframing the anxiety is a good place to start.   The first step is awareness – become aware of tension in your body when you’re going to perform or just thinking about performing. Sing and imagine you are in front of 500 people. See them. Feel the heat of the lights. Really visualize the details of the scene. Now notice where you are tightening up.   Once y ..read more

Learning to play guitar is different than most instruments. The guitar is harder than piano. The guitar is harder than violin. The guitar is harder than drums. Why is that? The answer goes back to how difficult it is for a beginner to start to sound musical, and once you’re able to make some music, how hard is it to advance? The guitar is a difficult instrument to start and anyone who makes it beyond beginner is to be applauded. The further you go, the harder it is to advance. This is often due to psychological and emotional resistance not to train because you can already make music. That mea ..read more