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Learn to Play Acoustic Guitar - Acoustic Guitar Tips For The Beginner 2007-04-25 15:47:40 So you want to learn how to play acoustic guitar? Do you have hopes and dreams of one day becoming a professional guitarist in a popular band? Perhaps you just want to play for the purpose of entertaining yourself, family, and friends. Whatever the case may be, I do hope the following article will help you achieve your goals as an acoustic guitar player.
The very first step in learning how to play the acoustic guitar, is of course to get a guitar. For the sake of argument, I am assuming you already own a guitar and are ready to start playing. If not, you may find it easier to purchase a second hand guitar in the beginning while you are practicing and learning the basics. You will also save some cash. When you get better you can always upgrade.
Whether you are buying a new or used acoustic guitar, you will save a lot of headaches if you do your research first. Visit free newsgroups and forums online to see what other guitar players have to say. If you are buying a used guitar make sur Read more:Acoustic
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A Brief History of Epiphone Acoustic Guitars by William McRea 2007-04-25 06:50:52 Epiphone had its true beginnings in Greece where Anastasios Stathopoulos started out by making traditional stringed instruments such as violins, lutes, mandolins, and a Greek instrument called the lioutos. The family then moved to Smyrna in Asia Minor but later fled to New York due to persecution.
After moving to New York, Anastasios son, Epi Stathopoulos, inherited the family instrument making business. During the early years of Epi s running of the business, the company was called the House of Stathopoulos. But, Epi changed it from that to Epiphone. He filed for the change in advance, but it did not become official until 1928. The new company was named for Epi, the owner, and phonos, the Greek word for sound. At this point, it was called the Epiphone Banjo Company.
Epiphone launched their first guitars in 1931. They had a full line of what is known as the archtop style of guitar which are popular with jazz and blues players. After their launch they become one of the biggest guitar Read more:Acoustic
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Why You Need to Play a Hollow Body Semi-Acoustic Guitar by Shanzuguitars 2007-04-25 06:35:08 Ok so you play guitar or are looking to learn….but which guitar do you buy? It’s a question that guitarists the world over ponder time and time again.
Sure there’s the ever greens such as the Fender Stratocaster or the Gibson Les Paul and their inexpensive copies. But that’s a well trodden path - what you want is a little character a little something that makes you stand out - what you want is a hollow body semi acoustic.
Why a semi acoustic?
Ok for starters a Semi Acoustic
looks the business. Take a look at a Gibson 335 with it’s smooth double cut away design and it’s elegant curves. When you step on the stage with a semi acoustic people notice. Take a look at a Strat or a Les Paul then take a look at a Semi - there’s a stark difference first off, semi’s are big but more importantly they are much lighter than their solidbody, comfortable to play and pack a punch in the sound department.
Their sound
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Acoustic Guitars - Laminated Wood Versus Solid Wood 2007-04-23 05:45:00 Acoustic Guitars
- Laminated Wood Versus Solid
Wood
By Ken Searcy
A lot has transpired through the years in the debate over acoustic guitars in the area of laminate versus solid wood construction. It is not a secret that the type of materials and craftsmanship affect the quality, durability, sound and price of acoustic guitars. However, there is probably no other discussion bigger than this.
The question that many players ask themselves is whether a solid body is worth the price? Despite the better sound, they require care and regular maintenance to prevent cracking. When using laminated you run the risk that it will separate over time. There is no clear answer to this question and as long as there is a discussion about acoustic guitars, it will always be at the forefront.
The Debate - Uncut
Laminated is several pieces of wood glued together and solid body is exactly that, one piece. There are pros and cons to both kinds. It is a fact that laminate is known to produce a ‘dead’ so Read more:Acoustic
Guitar Tips - Learning to Play Acoustic Guitar 2007-04-22 22:05:28 Guitar Tips - Learning
to Play Acoustic
Guitar
By Anthony Lee
When a musician plays on stage, the people are moved by the music. There are those who wish to do the same but the truth is, not everybody is talented in playing a musical instrument. It takes talent and skill in learning how to play an acoustic guitar.
Here are a few tips for those who want to give a shot at it.
1. The first thing to get to will be the guitar. There are specialty stores that sell brand new ones while there are also those that are pre-owned. It is advisable to get an old one first to get a feel then just buy a better one later on.
2. One should learn how to read the notes before going any further. Students will soon realize that putting the finger on one string sounds different when this is placed on another.
This is similar to touch typing in the computer’s keyboard so the student should be able to know which string matches the one on the musical book. The instructor can tell later what was wrong or Read more:Guitar
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The Art Of Practicing 2007-04-28 19:54:29 I have always believed that success, in practically any subject you can think of, is a direct result of “clear thinking”. That is, the ability to understand very clearly what needs to be achieved and the action to set about surmounting very necessary hurdles in order to reach those goals. Less than successful people are either not clear in their goals or for one reason or another give up along the way. It’s leveling that rough terrain, along with a clearly defined end result in mind that will get you there in the end. The success roadmap might go something like this:
Visualize goal => Surmount problems => Score
Sounds simple doesn’t it? However, this clear thinking is all very well but it’s usually the thought required before step 1 (visualization) that causes problems. Very often the goal does not manifest in mind because the process is so overwhelming.
And so it is with practicing the guitar, or any instrument for that matter. In more laymen’s te
Commitment is Key to Playing Expert Guitar 2007-04-28 19:40:16 While it’s absolutely true that musical talent is generally either there or it’s not, when it comes to guitarists, developing screaming fingers is something they all have to work at. If a guitarist plays with their heart, has some innate talent and a desire to truly practice, screaming fingers are a possibility.
To be able to take a guitar and play hot licks like a pro, however, some conditioning will need to come into play. Screaming fingers are, after all, made and not born. This means anyone who expects to pick up a guitar and play like a pro within a few hours is probably fooling themselves. The process of learning will require some time, patience and practice.
To ensure the best development of screaming fingers for guitar players, a novice player will need to set his or her sights on a few things. Number one in all of it will be a desire to learn to play the guitar and play it well. In order to have fingers scream across the strings like they are on auto pilot, it Read more:Commitment
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Protecting Your Acoustic Guitar by Al Wielder 2007-05-02 05:13:44 Protecting the investment you have made in your acoustic guitar is very important. Here are a few tips and ideas for making your instrument last more than a lifetime.
Let’s consider some potential threats to your acoustic guitar. Some of these threats may be glaringly obvious while others may be a bit more obscure. While it would be impossible to include every scenario or potential threat element in one article, perhaps the items mentioned in this article will prevent a new guitar owner from experiencing the certain regret associated with a damaged instrument.
Here is a list of things to be aware of that could be a potential threat to your acoustic guitar:
1. Stage Damage 2. Climate and Element Effects 3. Improper Storage 4. Children and Pets
Let us address these potential threats in the order they are listed above.
1. Stage Damage
I mention stage damage first because it is the most common factor I have seen regarding damage to acoustic guitars. Countless guitarists have severe Read more:Acoustic
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Tuning Your Guitar The Right Way 2007-05-05 05:41:40 Proper maintenance is important to any technical piece of equipment, all the way from vehicles down to instruments that you play. The guitar is no exception. One of the things that you must do on a regular basis is to tune the strings on your guitar.
Without doing this, they can stretch and the sound will be distorted. Tuning
your guitar every so often will help prevent you from looking like an idiot in front of your friends whenever you are trying to impress them with your musical skills.
There is a standard, as there always seems to be, involved in guitar tuning and it is conveniently labeled the standard guitar tuning method. The standard involves tuning the strings from the thickest to the thinnest. The order should be E, A, D, G, B, E.
This method is the easiest methods because it is the easiest for tuning the most amounts of scales and chords. The way to start this method is with the E string. The E string is the thickest, and the least likely to fall short of tuning.
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How To Properly Clean And Maintain Your Guitar 2007-05-05 05:33:58 Cleaning your instrument is probably the hardest thing to remember to do. Proper maintenance is important for any piece of equipment, and the guitar is no exception to that.
Keeping your guitar cleaned and maintained prevents any type of buildup or grime that can occur. Forgetting or just failing to clean it can result in a distorted sound or even damage if you go too long in between cleanings and maintenance.
Safeguarding your guitar can depend on the type of guitar you have, acoustic or electric, but there are basics that should be followed for both. For instance, you should give attention to the frets of your instrument. The body produces natural oils that can build up in the strings, not to mention dirt and other outside filth, and this can make a difference in the sound that comes from your guitar if you don’t pay close attention.
You should make a point to tighten all of the screws, strap-pins, and tuning machines. Tightening all of the necessary parts can prevent unwan Read more:Guitar
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The Difference Between Acoustic And Electric Guitar 2007-05-04 19:32:48 Choosing the right guitar for you can be quite an ordeal. You want it to look cool hanging from around your neck, but you also want it to be comfortable and unique. You see the many different types on television and that makes it even more difficult to decide. The first decision that you have to make is between an electric guitar and an acoustic guitar. Knowing a few things about both might help you to make and informed and educated decision.
The difference between an acoustic and an electric guitar is simply amplification. An electric one needs an amplifier, but they are much easier to play. The electric instrument will cost more because you will have to purchase a good amp, and they both cost quite a bit of money. The acoustic instrument is more limited in shape and size because both shape and size make a difference on the sound that comes from the guitar.
Therefore, you do get more of a selection when you choose an electric one. Although the electric guitar is easier to learn on, Read more:Acoustic
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Comparing 6 String And 12 String Guitars 2007-05-07 17:43:07 Comparing 6 String
And 12 String Guitars
by Gray Rollins -
6-string or 12-string Acoustic guitar, which should you get? Both have pros and cons, and both are excellent instruments, depending on what you’re looking to accomplish on guitar and how much you are willing to spend. In this article, we’ll go over both guitars, which will hopefully help you make an educated decision on which to purchase.
The Main Difference Between Both Guitars:
The major difference, of course, is the number of strings. On a 6-string Acoustic guitar in standard tuning, there is one low e, one a, one d, one g, one b and one high e string, in that order. A 12-string acoustic has two low e, two a, two d, two g, two b, and two high e strings, all in that order. 12-string guitars have the ability to be tuned in two different tunings, while 6-string guitars don’t. On the other hand, 12-string guitars also have a lot more tension on their necks, and as a result, their necks tend to warp after only a few years
A Closer Look At The Acoustic Guitar 2007-05-07 16:02:59 A Closer Look At The AcousticGuitar
by Gray Rollins -
The Acoustic Guitar
As was mentioned in our article on “the History of the Guitar,” guitars have been around for centuries. The original guitars were Acoustic guitars, which changed in shape over several hundred years. Since you’ve already been given a timeline of the evolution of the guitar, in this article we’ll go into greater depth discussing the Acoustic guitar itself.
History
The Acoustic guitar is essentially a descendent of the Classical guitar, which, in its current form, has been around for over 100 years. The main difference between the Classical and Acoustic guitars are that one is strung with nylon strings, while the other is strung with steel strings. Since the Acoustic guitar is strung with steel strings, it has a louder, brighter sound which is appealing to folk and blues players.
Another difference between the Acoustic and Classical guitars is that the Acoustic guitar has a bigger body size, stronger stru
What Waiting For A Bus Can Teach You About Guitar Playing 2007-05-15 22:04:59 Is it possible to learn to play guitar as you wait for a bus? Well, sort of! Let’s see what you can learn about the art of guitar playing as you are standing there freezing!
Well, you are a guitarist and you are waiting for a bus. Good luck!
One thing we can agree upon anyway is that you are going somewhere. I guess that it is important for you to come to this place otherwise you wouldn’t be standing here freezing.
I mean, the main reason for you standing here is not because you like the bus stop so much. There must be much nicer places to stand freezing.
Let’s think a bit about your guitar playing. If you want to learn to play something on your guitar I guess you feel that it is worth working for. It’s like the trouble waiting for the bus. If you really want to go to a place you can take the work coming to this place.
This wish to go somewhere could be called your motivation. In both cases, guitar playing and traveling, it will determine how much energy y Read more:Waiting
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Getting The Most From Your Guitar Practice Sessions 2007-05-20 16:39:29
Playing the guitar is probably one of the great hobbies anyone can have. There is something to be said about picking up the guitar and letting the music lead you. If you intend to make a career out of or grow as a guitarist, practice is essential. You have heard the saying practice makes perfect. Well, it applies in all areas of your life, even your hobbies.
Here we will show you just how beneficial guitar practice can be, just what you can hope to gain, and how you should organize your practice sessions in order to experience a successful practice session that will help you grow as a guitarist.
The Importance of Practice
Practice, in any area of your life, is extremely important. You cannot hope to grow, excel, or better yourself without routine practice. Practice can help you fine tune and advance in your areas of strength, as well as improve on your areas of weakness.
When you pick up the guitar and decide to start learning how to play you have goals. These goals could be anyth Read more:Guitar
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Guitar lesson: Do You Have To Set Goals? 2007-05-22 18:02:48 By Peter Edvinsson
Do you have to take the right train to have success? It depends on what you want to accomplish. The same with your guitar playing. Let’s see if you can play guitar without goals!
I would like to share some memories with you…
Way back in the late 80’s I started to become very interested in computers. Well, not really in the computers but in the things I believed a computer could help me with.
I compose a lot of music and had used ink and paper so far. Mozart used this equipment so it surely is effective in the hands of the right person.
I used my pens and wrote my music sheets with concentrated efforts trying not to make mistakes. The problem was that it was difficult to change things in my compositions. I often changed things then and still do today.
It was quite difficult to use the notation programs back then. I used DOS on my computers and had to peruse the notation program manuals.
However, I had a goal in the back of my head.
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Guitar Lesson: Play Country Licks In D - By Peter Edvinsson 2007-05-25 18:13:44 By Peter
Edvinsson
Have you ever wondered about how to get that ringing country sound from your guitar. In this guitar lesson you will learn some country licks based on a combination of fretted notes and open strings.
We will first take a look at a D-major scale in one octave:
0/4 2/4 4/4 0/3 2/3 0/2 3/2
How do you read this guitar tablature?
The first digit indicates which fret to play. The digit after the slash gives you the string to play.
2/3 means that you are to play the second fret on the third string.
We will now try to figure out a way to play the previous scale with some ringing open strings. Let’s try this one:
0/4 7/5 4/4 0/3 7/4 0/2 6/3 3/2
A little bit confusing at first of course. If you are used to the ordinary way of playing scales you have get used to finding higher notes on lower strings.
I suggest that you learn the scales and licks by heart by learning just a few notes at a time until you get a little bit more used to this new way of finding notes. Read more:Guitar
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Guitar Lesson: Play Country Guitar Licks In A - By Peter Edvinsson 2007-06-03 11:10:04 By Peter
Edvinsson
Many things you learn from playing country guitar licks can be used to spice up solos in other genres. You will now learn to play some useful country licks in the key of A. Some easy, some a little bit awkward but nice!
You can play these licks using a pick or with your right hand fingers. You can also combine the pick with the use of a couple of more fingers like the middle finger and ring finger. This is commonly called hybrid picking. Having a few fingers at your disposal makes it easier to play licks with a lot of jumping between strings.
You will use a form of guitar tablature I have found suitable for articles like this one. The notes you will play are notated with the fret to play before a slash and the string after the slash. An example:
2/4
This means: Play the second fret on string four!
You will start with an A-major scale with some ringing open strings.
We will use hammer-ons in this scale. I will notate them with the letter h between the notes:
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How To Play Lead Guitar With This Simple Technique - By Keith Gilbert 2007-06-11 16:34:47 By Keith
Gilbert
Whether you play acoustic or electric or another kind of guitar, you probably would like to learn how to play lead guitar. It’s fun being the one who gets the main guitar part and the guitar solos. You can usually be more creative with lead guitar than rhythm guitar and it’s more enjoyable in general.
If you’ve seen good guitarists, you probably wonder how they play lead guitar so well. They make it seem so easy. It’s like they’re displaying their emotion through the guitar and they’re just speaking through it.
That is what you should eventually aim toward: unison with the guitar. It needs to be a part of you. You need to feel complete control and completely “at home” with it. This sounds very hard at first, but trust me: it will come with time!
Now for what you came here for… how to play lead guitar. A large part of guitar soloing is using what are called “pentatonic scales.” They are like regular maj Read more:Guitar
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Acoustic Guitars - Is Bigger Better? 2007-07-05 19:42:11 By Lee Griffith
Back in the late 70’s, when I started to learn how to play lead
bluegrass and fiddle tunes on an acoustic guitar, every bluegrass
player I knew would settle for nothing less than a Dreadnought. The
Dreadnought is a style of guitar created in 1916 in a collaboration
between the guitar manufacturer, the C.F. Martin Co. and the Oliver
Ditson Co., a retailer.
The body of the Dreadnought was larger and
deeper than most guitars. The name was coined from the huge British
battleship, “HMS Dreadnought.” Dreadnoughts were known for their
bass response and projection. They produced greater volume than the
smaller guitars of the day and appealed to singers who wanted the
accompaniment of a guitar. Though poorly received at first, this
style of guitar became Martin’s best seller in the 1930’s. Of
course the rest of the industry followed, and today the Dreadnought
is one of the most popular styles of acoustic guitar on the market
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