Guitar Lessons for Riverside, CA

Although fretless instruments aren’t uncommon in the world of music, a fretless guitar isn’t something you often hear about. Fretless guitars lack the frets that one would traditionally see on a guitar. This offers several advantages to a guitarist. In fact, pro players like Pat Metheny and Ron Thal use them. Today, we’re going to tell you all about fretless guitars, pros and cons, and tips to play like a rockstar! What is a Fretless Guitar? Fretless guitars are just that, guitars

The best guitar players are passionate about their craft, spending hours studying the instrument, memorizing the chords, and learning new techniques. Even when you're feeling frustrated, maintaining that passion is essential! Read on as Upper Marlboro guitar teacher Bako A. shares his 5 steps to success... There's something special about playing guitar. For some, it's the ability to make beautiful music. For others, it's the challenge of learning a difficult skill.  No matter what your

Chord changes tripping you up? Here, Brooklyn, NY teacher Jef B. shares his secret for the easy way to learn those tricky guitar chord transitions...   "Gaah! I want more fluidity while playing Stairway to Heaven, but there are so many chords and the song is so long and I can’t switch between them well and...!!" Sound familiar? When I was first learning to play guitar, I didn’t realize how much something as simple as switching from one chord to another would help me overcome

While it's true that you don't need to read music to play the guitar, you should learn how to read guitar chord charts. A guitar key chart is a visual representation of a chord. This helpful visual is a little like music-by-numbers; it tells you which finger goes where and on what string, so in case you come across a chord you don't know, you'll be able to play it. Here's an example of a guitar chord chart, also known as a guitar chord diagram: Guitar chord charts are a cinch to

Learning classical guitar requires a high level of coordination in both hands. Polish your right hand technique with these tips from guitar teacher Thomas C.... Many classical guitarists run into issues when developing with right hand technique. Common issues such as insufficient accuracy, poor tone, counterproductive tension, or lack of speed may all be countered with patience and knowledge - working towards a more efficient and relaxed movement. In order to fix any of the above issues, i

Ready to learn guitar chords? Guitar teacher Joe H. shares his secrets to mastering guitar chords... If you are a beginner guitar player, learning guitar chords is essential. But don't worry, it's not hard to learn the basics and once you do, you'll be able to play all sorts of tunes.  In this post, we will give you some tips on how to get started with chords guitar playing. So read on and get started today! What Guitar Chords Should I Learn First? Although learning guitar chords

Shout-out to the rock and roll dads out there! Read on as guitar teacher Matt K. shares his top picks for famous dads known for rocking out, plus the best Father's Day songs from them to play...    Does your dad love getting down to the classic tunes of rock & roll? If so, you’re in luck! We’ve put together the perfect playlist for your dad this Father’s Day. Whether he loves the oldies or the new school rock, this list has something for him.  Grab those headphones and let

Excited about learning how to play the guitar? Awesome! You'll need the perfect beginner guitar, a great teacher by your side, and a personal commitment to learning and improving. Using extra resources like smartphone or tablet apps to help you practice efficiently in between lessons can help a ton, as well. But with so many apps available these days, you may feel a little overwhelmed when you're trying to find one to download. Below are a handful that we really like. TakeLessons Live TakeLe

Ready to learn about rock and roll's cousin from the south? If so, you're in the right place! In this article, music teacher Christopher S. explores some of the most influential rockabilly songs of our time and shows you how to play them on guitar... The History of Rockabilly The rock and roll style, dubbed rockabilly, is one of the earliest styles of rock and roll music. It dates back to the early 1950’s and comes from the good ol' USA, especially from the south. It's a blend of soun

  Did you know that by programming your muscle memory, you can make playing the guitar feel more natural, and even improve your technique? Guitar teacher Michael N. shares 10 guitar exercises and tips to help you build up your muscle memory... Are you looking to improve your guitar playing skills? Maybe you're new to the instrument, or maybe you've been playing for a while but feel like you could be doing better.  In any case, one of the best things you can do to improve is to focus o