Let's be real for a second. Our attention spans aren't what they used to be. With the constant bombardment of content from all sides competing for our glances, our ears, and our fingers, it's no ...

Learning to play guitar, though, can be hard; so much so, venerable guitar maker Fender reports that nine out of 10 beginners abandon the instrument within a year. That could all change with the ...

There’s quality tuition here aplenty for players of all levels. If only Guitar Tricks would genuinely expand its song library beyond the core genres of vintage blues and rock. What are the best online ...

These days, there's no shortage of ways to learn guitar. Of course, on the one hand, you've got the tried-and-true old-school methods, like private lessons, group classes, and even sheet music. And ...

Learning to play the guitar is extremely rewarding but can be very frustrating. As a self-taught guitarist who spent many years getting into bad habits and feeling like I’d hit a brick wall and couldn ...

Learning how to play a guitar can be a pain. First you have to buy a guitar, then wear your fingers to the bone while you’re taking lots of lessons. Then you have to practice a lot before you can make ...

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