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 […]
Category: Guitar Practice
Rock Hard on the Guitar in 5-Minutes or Less
Let’s get one thing straight, mastering the guitar is a lifelong challenge. There’s an endless array of scales to discover, songs to learn, and skills to master, but that doesn’t mean you can’t rock hard on the guitar in five minutes or less if you learn a few tricks. In this easy guitar lesson for […]
80/20 Guitar Part Two: Minimal Practice for Maximum Results
I. 80% of your practice time leads to 20% of your total progress on the guitar. & II. 20% of your practice time leads to 80% of your total progress on the guitar. Believe it or not, you can get more results playing the guitar with less effort in the practice room! I know […]
How to Tune Your Guitar
Before you can rock your guitar, you need to learn how to tune it first! Why Tune Your Guitar? If you don’t know how to tune your guitar, no amount of guitar lessons will help you sound good because an out-of-tune guitar sounds like a mewling cat on a hot summer night! For that reason, […]
Rock’s Secret Super Power: The A Minor Pentatonic Scale
Just like every superhero needs a super power to beat up the bad guys, every guitar player needs a musical scale to belt out rockin’ riffs! The minor pentatonic scale is the secret super power of rock ‘n’ roll! The A Minor Pentatonic Scale Consisting of just five tones (A, C, D, E, & G), […]
Guitar for Kids: Learn a Riff So Awesome It’s Terrifying!
In this lesson,15-year old Luke is going to teach you the infamous guitar riff from Halloween Thing. What’s a Riff Anyways? Riffs are the short musical phrases that keep you coming back again and again to your favorite songs. From Suzie Q to Seven Nation Army, a great riff can grab you by the tail and pull you all […]
80/20 Guitar Part One: Minimal Practice for Maximum Results
Discover the power of 80/20 guitar and revolutionize your guitar-playing journey! The 80/20 Rule has long been utilized by business and marketing experts, yielding astounding results. Now, it’s your turn to apply this principle to your guitar practice, maximizing your progress with minimal effort. Get ready to unlock your full potential with the 80/20 guitar […]
Music Theory for Beginners: The Musical Alphabet
What is Music Theory? Music theory is the study of harmony, melody, and rhythm and how they interact with one another to make the music you love. A thorough understanding of music theory can help you write better riffs, improvise with greater confidence, and deepen your appreciation for the music you listen to every […]
3 Practice Tips for a Guitarless and Recovering Guitar Hero
While most die-hard guitarists have little problem establishing efficient and daily practice routines, they often struggle with “not practicing.” Busy schedules, outside distractions, and repetitive stress injuries can impose a quick halt to their best intentions. For many musicians, imposed time off from their instrument can cause frustration, anxiety, and depression. However, the truth is time […]
Portland Surf City
Portland Surf City Backing Track: Portland Surf City Full Song: For the full lesson, click on the PDF below: Portland Surf City