It all started in 1981, when Milton Kyser, a retired machinist, heard his guitar-playing friend complain about the elastic band capo that was standard at the time.
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Playing Guitar at a Traditional Church
I was the music director at a small Lutheran church for over a decade. My official responsibilities did not include providing music for the worship service, but I often did so out of necessity or because I really wanted to be more involved in the music ministry. As a guitarist, I found there was not […]
6 Beautiful Quotes on Singing to Boost Every Singer’s Confidence
Singers are in the spotlight, and that can cause anxiety. Gain confidence with these six inspiring quotes.
A Guide to Open String Tunings
Open string tunings allow guitarists to venture into a whole new realm of music and playing styles. Check out this guide for details on open tunings.
Behind the Nameplate: Sadowsky Guitars
Sadowsky Guitars is a guitar, bass guitar, and preamp maker located in Long Island City, New York started in 1979 by master craftsman Roger Sadowsky.
How to Play Clarinet Scales: E Minor
Welcome back to our series on clarinet scales! In this video, Cassidy will teach you how to play all three octaves of the e minor scale.
Music Positively Affects Brain Development in Children
Many studies have been done to show the important role music plays in brain development among young children. In this article, we will consider the rationale for the need and benefits of regular music lessons for preschoolers and schoolchildren.
Pro Writing Tips for Music Blogging
Even for the most talented musician, it takes more than just know-how to stand out in today’s dynamic music industry, which is saturated with unique artist personas and viral videos. But don’t underestimate the power of good old-fashioned music blogging to attract attention to your work and bring in new customers.
Guide to Guitar Strings
Don’t get strung up when buying new guitar strings for your acoustic or electric guitar. Check out this guide for some help!
Alternative Tunings for Guitar
“I’d tune to the numbers in a date; I’d tune to a piece of music I liked on the radio; I’d tune to bird songs and the landscape I was sitting in… “ —Joni Mitchell. Not every guitarist is as esoteric, or as talented, as Mitchell, who is as well-known for her alternative guitar tunings […]