What is Required in a Session Guitarist’s Toolkit?
What is Required in a Session Guitarist’s Toolkit?
24th January, 2024 by Richard Shaw
From essential equipment and the little things musicians forget, to the chops and mindset required for the gig at hand, what is needed to be a professional session guitarist? Richard Shaw discusses...
Should Guitarists Learn to Read and Write Music?
19th January, 2024 by Richard Shaw
Is it worth learning how to read and write music? Richard Shaw discusses...
Developing Confidence on the Guitar
20th October, 2023 by Sam Bell
We all want to feel comfortable with our guitar playing and gain the conviction to play without apology. In this blog, Sam Bell explores how to become a more confident player.
5 Steps to Playing Your Best Solo Live
20th October, 2023 by Sam Bell
Are your guitar solos sounding stale? Still chasing that musical sense of meaning with your improvisation? Read on ....
Why Guitarists Need To Learn Different Styles
23rd August, 2023 by Richard Shaw
Although there is a lot to be said for guitarists who specialise in one style, the benefits of learning different genres is plentiful. Richard Shaw discusses…
Do you need music theory to be a good musician?
18th August, 2023 by Richard Shaw
It’s an age old question for guitarists everywhere. Do you need theory to be a great musician? Or can we get by with pure intuition alone? Richard Shaw discusses…
Is Using Backing Tracks Cheating?
4th August, 2023 by Richard Shaw
Backing tracks in live performance are becoming more commonly used in most genres of music. Is this a good? Why would you use backing tracks anyway? Richard Shaw discusses...
Top Five Tips to be a Great Live Guitarist
31st July, 2023 by Richard Shaw
Whether you're starting your live performance journey or you're a seasoned veteran of the live scene, there are some things to remember to make your experience enjoyable. Richard Shaw discusses...
Do I Need a Tele, Les Paul, or a Strat?
20th June, 2023 by John Connearn
This might be the first question that all of us have pondered at some point, most probably shortly after ‘do I really need another guitar?’. If you’ve thought that, continue reading below...
Ways To Improve Your Guitar Playing in 2 Minutes
19th June, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
Not much time to practice? Juggling all of life's commitments and struggling to find time for the guitar? You're not alone. Mitch Laddies discusses efficient practice you can do in only two minutes.
The Most Influential Blues Guitar Albums of the ‘80s
19th June, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
The ‘80s was an important time for Blues as genre. Many artists' styles are echoed in the guitar greats of today. Mitch Laddie discusses 5 of the best albums to come from a great decade for guitar.
Ways To Improve Your Guitar Playing in 30 Seconds
24th May, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
Life gets busy and can get in the way of practice. But, for most of us, we can snatch 30 seconds here and there. Mitch Laddie discusses effective ways to practice in only 30 seconds.
The Importance of Drawing Inspiration from Vocalists on the Guitar
23rd May, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
Learning from guitarists is what us guitarists do most. But there is a lot to be said about learning from vocalists. Superb guitarist and vocalist, Mitch Laddie, explains...
Planning Your Weekly Practice Schedule
23rd May, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
Struggling to find time to practice, and unsure what to practice when you do? You're not alone. Mitch Laddie discusses...
Creating the Ultimate 15-minute Practice Session
22nd May, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
When life is busy and you can only find 15 minutes to practice, how can we make the most out of the little time we have? Mitch Laddie discusses...
Creating the Ultimate 1-Hour Practice Session
22nd May, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
It's tough setting aside time for dedicated practice, especially when life can be so busy. So, what do we practice in the time we have? Mitch Laddie walks you through makes a great 1-hour practice.
Becoming a Guitarist and Singer
19th May, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
Putting your vocal cords to good use is a great way to strengthen your general musicality and also boost your guitar skills in new ways. But how can you balance both playing and singing?
5 Things Beginner Guitarists Should Know
19th May, 2023 by Mitch Laddie
Whether you're just starting out or thinking of picking up the guitar for the very first time, some choice words of wisdom can save you arduous practice sessions and a multitude of frustrations.