Harness the power of games to reach more students, improve student engagement, and grow your guitar teaching studio! The Struggle: Music Theory Like most guitar teachers, I struggled to teach kids basic concepts like how to tune their guitars and how to read guitar tab in large group guitar classes. After a few unsuccessful attempts […]
Rhythm Guitar vs. Lead Guitar
The Role of the Guitar in a Rock Band Typical rock band lineups feature bass, drums, vocals, and two guitarists. As a matter of fact, a handful of iconic rock bands like Lynard Skynard, Guns N’ Roses, and the Eagles featured three guitarists! So, when you’re ready to play in a rock band, chances are […]
5 Great Gift Ideas for Kids Who Love Guitar
What in the world do you get a kid who loves to play the guitar for the holidays? Well, the Rock Dojo has got you covered with 5 gift ideas you’re little guitar star is sure to LOVE! 1. Electric Guitar Starter Kit Well, you got your kid an acoustic guitar. It’s not for […]
Three Steps for Being Totally Awesome at Playing Guitar or Anything Else
Believe it or not, you can be awesome at anything you do! Whether it’s math and science, Minecraft, or playing the guitar, simply follow Dr. Tasha Eurich‘s three steps for radical improvement, and you will make the leap from ordinary to extraordinary! Know Thyself According to Dr. Eurich, “most people are completely delusional about their […]
Practice Before Bed for Maximum Guitar Power
Believe it or not, sleep plays a vital role in your ability to learn and master difficult subjects like learning to play the guitar. Practice Guitar Before Going to Bed for Maximum Results As Dr. Barbara Oakley, Oakland University professor of engineering and author of A Mind for Numbers: How to Excel at Math and Science (Even If […]
5 Easy Tips for Enjoying Your Guitar This Thanksgiving
Just because it’s Thanksgiving, doesn’t mean you should stop playing guitar! In fact, the holidays are a perfect time for sharing your passion for rock guitar with the people you love most. So what’s the best way to inject some ROCK guitar into your Thanksgiving? Well, we compiled five easy tips to help you and […]
3 Simple Tips for Remarkable Guitar Teaching
“The hell with the rules. If it sounds right, then it is!” – Eddie Van Halen Take a moment to think about your personal guitar heroes. Who are the guitarists who keep you coming back again and again to your favorite albums or your most treasured songs? Who inspires you year after year to hit […]
Generic Guitar Teacher vs. Remarkable Guitar Teacher
“Every artist has a special set of tools. When you really use those tools, and you make yourself feel really good about the product you create, I think you’ll find an audience for it.”– Steve Vai Over the course of my life, I have come to realize one simple truth: Our mission on this planet […]
Celebrating an Awesome Quarter of Group Guitar Lessons!
The Rock Dojo is celebrating an awesome quarter of after-school group guitar lessons at ACCESS Academy, Beverly Cleary, Laurelhurst, and Irvington Schools. Group Guitar Lesson Highlights this Quarter This quarter, my students brought their A-game to the Rock Dojo after-school group guitar lessons. In particular: The ACCESS Academy students spontaneously composed an original song with […]
5 Tips to Help Your Child Develop the Guitar Practice Habit
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” ―Aristotle Hearing your child play a musical instrument is every parent’s dream. Getting him/her to practice, however, can be a nightmare if you don’t have a plan. That’s why I put together five scientifically proven tips to help your child […]