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Classical guitar gives new life to Baroque favs - go figure!
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Love the BBC, reporting on the versatility of our favourite stringed instrument!
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Hey there all you Guitar Insight folks...I've been talking to Steve Manning, and he suggested I post some info which may be of interest... First, as the inventor of the Buzz Feiten Tuning System,…
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Hey there all you Guitar Insight folks...I've been talking to Steve Manning, and he suggested I post some info which may be of interest...
First, as the inventor of the Buzz Feiten Tuning System, Steve requested that I say a few words about it.
It's a non-invasive way to make your electric sound like a piano. It's very pleasant sounding, and can correct a lot of those annoying discrepencies that drive us crazy. To find a retrofitter near you, go to…
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Welcome to Groups on GI or to put it in terms more familiar to us, the Combos section. GI is a unifying entity, built on the knowledge and input of its membership. We love that collective spirit, but we also want to tap into the specialized expertise every member possesses and allow them to collaborate with other (like-minded) members on more specific topics.
Are you a classical player who wants to discuss specific techniques or do you come to GI specifically…
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For anyone needing deeper understanding or clarity:
Guitar Insight has two components: Book One or Guitar Insight looks at fundamental technique and theory essential to the beginner wishing to lay a strong foundation for exploring various styles. One of it's principle's is "Fretboard Visualization"- the awareness of the notes on the fretboard and how they form chords and scales.… Continue
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Welcome to Guitar Insight
GUITAR INSIGHT is a social utility where aspiring guitarists can meet, listen to, and converse with professional guitar players.
For you pro's you can gain more exposure to a specific fan base and promote your music. On the other hand, if you're an aspiring hobbyist you will find a wealth of information and phenomenal guitar playing here for you.
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Tomas, welcome to Guitar Insight. Take some time to scan through the older discussions and photos; lots of fun stuff. Thanks for participating, and enjoy!
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1)Most Influential Player (on your playing):
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The only thing I regret selling was my fender 'roscoe beck' 5 string bass.
let's be sensible - the only reason that something gets sold is that it isn't doing it for you.
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(« Detail of a poster for the International Hygiene Exhibition 1911 in Dresden » by Franz von Stuck)« Understanding » is the third segue in the series that I have written as a means of combining earlier compositions into a conceptual piece of nearly one hour in duration.Each of the miniature musical junctions emphasizes…See More
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He is plucking the open-tuned lower course, and tapping the upper course like a Chapman Stick (his main instrument). Ya, looks freaky eh??
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PrakDis!
Hi Guys and welcome to a new feature of Guitar Insight, PrakDis- at least that's how my 2 year old son says it so good enough for me!
A healthy, regular practice routine is paramount to your growth & improvement as a guitarist. In this column myself and hopefully other pro members will discuss and suggest regiments/approaches that you will find useful.
I'm not going to tab anything or include any notation yet but merely start with a suggestion:
Organize Your Practice Session
What I mean by this is allot time periods for working on specific aspects of your playing. Here's a breakdown of a 2hour practice session:
20 minutes: Warm Ups such as hand/finger/forearm stretches then chromatic scales.
20 minutes: Major Scales- Do a few keys each day-review and add more when the initial keys are thoroughly learned.
20 minutes: Chords/Inversions- smooth out rough chord changes and analyze progressions that are challenging you
Take a 5minute break-Have a tea or coffee-come back revived
30 minutes: Lift and transcribe a favourite solo or progression
30 minutes: Work on some of your originals (You can switch the order of those two if it helps)
There you have it- the 2hours should fly by and you will see gains in your playing almost immediately. Remember these are guidelines only, a novice or hobbyist can do less-say 20 minutes a day, and an aspiring pro or student preparing for college/University would accomplish more with a 4-6hour practice routine.
Comments? Questions?
Onwards guitar soldiers!
Steve V
A healthy, regular practice routine is paramount to your growth & improvement as a guitarist. In this column myself and hopefully other pro members will discuss and suggest regiments/approaches that you will find useful.
I'm not going to tab anything or include any notation yet but merely start with a suggestion:
Organize Your Practice Session
What I mean by this is allot time periods for working on specific aspects of your playing. Here's a breakdown of a 2hour practice session:
20 minutes: Warm Ups such as hand/finger/forearm stretches then chromatic scales.
20 minutes: Major Scales- Do a few keys each day-review and add more when the initial keys are thoroughly learned.
20 minutes: Chords/Inversions- smooth out rough chord changes and analyze progressions that are challenging you
Take a 5minute break-Have a tea or coffee-come back revived
30 minutes: Lift and transcribe a favourite solo or progression
30 minutes: Work on some of your originals (You can switch the order of those two if it helps)
There you have it- the 2hours should fly by and you will see gains in your playing almost immediately. Remember these are guidelines only, a novice or hobbyist can do less-say 20 minutes a day, and an aspiring pro or student preparing for college/University would accomplish more with a 4-6hour practice routine.
Comments? Questions?
Onwards guitar soldiers!
Steve V
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