Practice
The Human Guitar Pedal
24th April, 2024 by Sam Bell
Are you relying too much on your gear to achieve your dream guitar tone? Is innate tonal control something you already have at your fingertips? Sam Bell discusses ...
Why Do Guitarists Feel the Need For Speed?
16th April, 2024 by Sam Bell
It seems every guitarist wants to go faster! But are there side benefits to working on your speed playing? Or is it all for show?
Is Legato Lazy?
12th April, 2024 by Sam Bell
When it comes to executing fast licks, is picking king? Should we worry about relying too heavily on legato? Sam Bell discusses....
Are Guitar Solos Even Cool Anymore?
20th March, 2024 by Sam Bell
Are Guitar solos even cool anymore? Does anyone use the word cool anymore? It’s these kinds of questions that we can forget to ask ourselves.
How To Practice as a Parent
12th February, 2024 by Rich Shaw
How do we practise when time is short? When are we going to find time to practise? What do we practise in the short time we have? Guitarist, teacher, and parent of a toddler, Richard Shaw discusses...
Should Guitarists Learn to Read and Write Music?
19th January, 2024 by Rich Shaw
Is it worth learning how to read and write music? Richard Shaw discusses...
Developing Confidence on the Guitar
20th October, 2023 by Sam Bell
We all want to feel comfortable with our guitar playing and gain the conviction to play without apology. In this blog, Sam Bell explores how to become a more confident player.
5 Steps to Playing Your Best Solo Live
20th October, 2023 by Sam Bell
Are your guitar solos sounding stale? Still chasing that musical sense of meaning with your improvisation? Read on ....
Why Guitarists Need To Learn Different Styles
23rd August, 2023 by Rich Shaw
Although there is a lot to be said for guitarists who specialise in one style, the benefits of learning different genres is plentiful. Richard Shaw discusses…
Do you need music theory to be a good musician?
18th August, 2023 by Rich Shaw
It’s an age old question for guitarists everywhere. Do you need theory to be a great musician? Or can we get by with pure intuition alone? Richard Shaw discusses…
Top Five Tips to be a Great Live Guitarist
31st July, 2023 by Rich Shaw
Whether you're starting your live performance journey or you're a seasoned veteran of the live scene, there are some things to remember to make your experience enjoyable. Richard Shaw discusses...
Ways To Improve Your Guitar Playing in 2 Minutes
19th June, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
Not much time to practice? Juggling all of life's commitments and struggling to find time for the guitar? You're not alone. Mitch Laddies discusses efficient practice you can do in only two minutes.
Ways To Improve Your Guitar Playing in 30 Seconds
24th May, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
Life gets busy and can get in the way of practice. But, for most of us, we can snatch 30 seconds here and there. Mitch Laddie discusses effective ways to practice in only 30 seconds.
The Importance of Drawing Inspiration from Vocalists on the Guitar
23rd May, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
Learning from guitarists is what us guitarists do most. But there is a lot to be said about learning from vocalists. Superb guitarist and vocalist, Mitch Laddie, explains...
Planning Your Weekly Practice Schedule
23rd May, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
Struggling to find time to practice, and unsure what to practice when you do? You're not alone. Mitch Laddie discusses...
Creating the Ultimate 15-minute Practice Session
22nd May, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
When life is busy and you can only find 15 minutes to practice, how can we make the most out of the little time we have? Mitch Laddie discusses...
Creating the Ultimate 1-Hour Practice Session
22nd May, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
It's tough setting aside time for dedicated practice, especially when life can be so busy. So, what do we practice in the time we have? Mitch Laddie walks you through makes a great 1-hour practice.
Becoming a Guitarist and Singer
19th May, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
Putting your vocal cords to good use is a great way to strengthen your general musicality and also boost your guitar skills in new ways. But how can you balance both playing and singing?