In today's lesson, we will learn game-changing strategies for making better progress on the guitar. Improving your guitar skills is an ongoing journey. It requires dedication and perseverance, no matter if you're a beginner or an intermediate player...
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In today's lesson, we will learn how to master the basics of soloing and improvising. This is done through practicing scales on the guitar. Learning and practicing scales on the guitar is essential for any aspiring guitarist. Scales form the foundat...
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In today's lesson, we will master the basics of Ukulele with a step-by-step approach. The ukulele is a fun and accessible instrument that's perfect for beginners. This guide will introduce you to the basics and provide you with some simple...
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In today's lesson, we are going to learn how to master fluidity in your lead guitar playing. This is done with a technique called lagato. Lagato is a fundamental technique in shred guitar that allows for smooth and fluid transitions between notes, c...
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In today's lesson, we are going to learn to elevate your guitar skills with finger tapping. Mastering this dynamic technique will allow you to produce sounds that will have people turning their heads and saying, "Wow, how did you do that?" Finger t...
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In today's lesson, we will learn to develop effective practice habits for guitar success. Learning to play the guitar is a rewarding journey that requires patience, dedication, and persistence. Along this journey of self-discovery, you will run into...
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In today's lesson, we are going to master the art of sweep picking arpeggios. Sweep picking is a technique that allows you to play arpeggios smoothly and rapidly by using a continuous sweeping motion with your pick. This technique is widely used in ...
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The harmonic minor scale is a captivating selection of notes often used in multiple music genres, including Classical, Jazz & Metal. It is known for its distinct, exotic sound, characterized by its raised, or sharpened, 7th note, which creates a...
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In today's lesson, we are going to look at learning to master the guitar by ear. This is best done through listening to recordings. By doing this, you can develop a very valuable skill that requires no need for looking at sheet music. This can be ve...
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In this lesson, we will learn how alternating & tremolo picking can enhance your guitar solos. These two techniques are great because they allow you to stand out with a unique sound. Alternate picking is where you pick the guitar string down and...
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In today's lesson, we are going to learn how to improve your guitar solos by learning guitar licks. For the serious guitarist, the quest to improve their guitar skills is an ongoing journey. One way to enhance your guitar playing is to learn and mas...
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In today's lesson, we are going to learn the intro to Crazy Train, and pay tribute ot the late, great Ozzy Osbourne. Ozzy came on to the scene with Black Sabbath in the late 60s. By 1970, they were recording their first album, Black Sabbath. This ha...
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In the summer of 2025, Metallica stops in Denver, CO, on their 72 Seasons tour for a two-night stand: June 27th and June 29th. I was fortunate enough to see them for the first night. Friday the 27th at Empower Field at Mile High. Fans from all corne...
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In today's lesson, we will review the Boss BP-1W Boost, Overdrive, and Preamp Effects Pedal. The world of guitar effects is vast and dynamic, offering a myriad of options for musicians looking to enhance their sound. Among the many gems in this fiel...
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In today's Lesson, we are going to discover the ultimate portable amplifier for guitarists. The world of guitar amplification has seen remarkable innovations over the years, but few products have been as groundbreaking as the Spark Mini Vai Special ...
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