The term “Practicing” is often shrouded in mystery. It’s what many people of a variety of disciplines believe they should be doing it, but for various reasons… don’t. What does practicing mean? “Practicing: the act of repeatedly doing...
Updated May 2026 If there is one subject that seems to pop up on almost every guitar blog and forum… it’s modes. They’re useful for writing music and improvising over chord changes. They can be used in any music style. Unfortunately, they’re usually...
One of the most popular queries amongst students at all levels is “how can I learn my fretboard?”. There are many players who have incredible technique and natural music ability who still have very little understanding of the notes that they’re...
So you’re finally doing it huh? Congratulations! I can tell you that learning to play the guitar or any musical instrument in general is one of the most exciting and rewarding things you could ever occupy your time with. Having been a private instructor myself for the...
There have been many times where some of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned as a player have come from non musical sources. That is, sometimes life in general is the greatest teacher of all. I did briefly discuss this topic of persistence in the improvisation...
