I have an electric guitar that needs a going over?

What is the best cleaning method to use for the body of an electic guitar? And for a classical instrument? Also if the tone phase switches break off , can a short or other problem occur? Thx 4 taking the time and trouble to advance your answers. Much appreciated. Take a mild cleaner and put […]

Learning Classical Guitar?

What is the most efficient way to learn classical guitar without paying for lessons? I would like some kind of program or detailed step-by-step curriculum or method to keep me motivated and on track. Any suggestions? Thanks. You need a qualified teacher that has legitimate classical guitar training. The rocker at the local music store […]

How do you know which frets to play groups of notes on the guitar?

In Classical guitar music, how do you decide where to play different sections of the song on the fretboard? There are several different possible places to play a group of notes. I was just wondering if there was a method to finding the right one. It has to do with the sound you’re trying to […]

Guitar masters, is this a good way to learn guitar?

I’m a relative beginner and I’m starting to wonder whether I would be better off in the long run just focusing on training my left hand first with no right hand strumming or anything. Learning all chords and transitioning them smoothly. And building finger dexterity. Then move to my right hand to perfect strumming and […]

Finale 2003 – how do you put two melodies in the same line on the staff?

I am using Finale 2003 to write compositions for my A Level Music class… however, I can’t figure out how to put two melodies on the same staff, for example for classical guitar. I really need to figure out how to use it, because not only is it difficult for my musicians to play the […]

What is the best method book to teach children electric guitar?

There are lots of very good method books for learning classical guitar but I can’t find any which teach the electric techniques and also reading music. Thanks The Guitar Handbook by Ralph Denyer Got my young lad this book from my local Rainbow Music shop at £16.99. His teacher told me to get this one […]

I’m torn. I don’t know which of these two acoustic guitars I should get (links provided) can you help?

I like them both. I play mostly rock music, but sometimes I also delve into Spanish and classical styles. Axe one: http://www.samash.com/catalog/showitem.asp?ItemPos=2&TempID=3&DepartmentID=1&STRID=193346&CategorySubID=1166&CategoryID=1166&BrandID=0&CategorySubPriceRangeID=0&pagesize=10&SortMethod=3&Method=3&PriceRangeID=0&SearchPhrase=&Contains=&Search_Type=Department&GroupCode=&categorysubsearch=true Axe two: http://www.samash.com/catalog/showitem.asp?ItemPos=10&TempID=1&DepartmentID=1&STRID=194342&CategorySubID=1166&CategoryID=1166&BrandID=0&CategorySubPriceRangeID=0&pagesize=10&SortMethod=2&Method=3&PriceRangeID=0&SearchPhrase=&Contains=&Search_Type=Department&GroupCode=&categorysubsearch=true i like axe 2 only cuz i like the light wood..although ur wood would be good too =)

im looking for a place to buy modern sheet music for the violin…?

i’ve been playing for about 4 years now on the suzuki method…needless to say im sick of classical!! i would really want to learn something modern like "pop" or something that i would hear on the radio. when you hear someone play guitar, its normally a song you know b/c you have heard it on […]

How to play piano as an accompanying instrument while I am singing the melody?

Hi folks, I’ve been playing classical piano for some years now. I recon I ‘ve reached and intermediate level.All though I like listening to classical music, I am rather bored with playing classical piano. I would like to sing pop/rock/broadway/jazz songs and use the piano to accompany myself based on the chords on the music […]

Is this a a "rigorous" academic resume? Trying to get into college!?

I’m taking harder classes than most people at my school…but I’m still feeling a lot of anxiety about college apps next year (I’m a junior right now.) My top choice school is Northeastern University in Boston. Freshman: English 9, Honors Algebra I, World Perspectives, CP Biology, Wellness, Photography, CP French I Sophomore: CP Literary Composition/Critique, […]

please translate to spanish?

From the beginning of time, music has been Spain’s most important factor. With it’s unique and diverse musical elements, Spain is able to bring people a sense of joy and adoration. Spanish music shaped and continued developing itself during the Renaissance period. During this time, string instruments such as the Moorish lute paved a road […]

Anyone remember an old MTV/VH1 music video of "You’ve got a friend", sang by a lady in a blue dress?

Hi all, I remember seeing a music video on MTV, possibly VH1 classics, of the Carole King song "You’ve got a friend". This was a very old video, perhaps 70s, and all it featured was a young lady, in a blue dress (I think it was blue) sitting and playing the song on guitar. She […]

Anyone remember an old MTV/VH1 music video of "You’ve got a friend", sang by a lady in a blue dress?

Hi all, I remember seeing a music video on MTV, possibly VH1 classics, of the Carole King song "You’ve got a friend". This was a very old video, perhaps 70s, and all it featured was a young lady, in a blue dress (I think it was blue) sitting and playing the song on guitar. She […]

How can I learn piano chords and scales quickly and easily?

I need to learn improvisational piano techniques quickly. Such as common scales ionian, dorian, lydian and such. As well as how to integrate common chords into them like major, minor, Maj7, m7, and dom7 mostly. I have no interest in proper notation nor classical arrangement (it wasn’t necessary for learning guitar). And I have no […]

I need Help on my English Homwork!!!!!!!!!!?

1. To clearly state your position, you must build an argument based on credible, valid and reliable evidence. A. true B. false 3. When beginning your research, you should develop an essential question that is A. vague and general B. broad and flexible C. seeking a “yes” or “no” answer D. narrow and bias-free 4. […]

guitarists? easy 10 points.?

posting this again for a few more ideas. need some ideas for threads about what guitarists would like to know (ie. searching the internet) so far i’ve got essential accessories, a-z of chords, choosing a beginner guitar, choosing strings, prolonging the life of your instrument, how to hold a guitar, and intend on writing about […]

Finale 2003… how do you put two melodies in the same line on the staff?

I am using Finale 2003 to write compositions for my A Level Music class… however, I can’t figure out how to put two melodies on the same staff, for example for classical guitar. I really need to figure out how to use it, because not only is it difficult for my musicians to play the […]

Finale 2003 – how to put two melodies on the same line?

I am using Finale 2003 to write compositions for my A Level Music class… however, I can’t figure out how to put two melodies on the same staff, for example for classical guitar. I really need to figure out how to use it, because not only is it difficult for my musicians to play the […]

Live recording from a mic into a PC for baglamas?

I have recently started playing the baglama instrument. ( Greek Version) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bouzouki#Greek_baglama. I would like to record my first attempts into a PC and then use software to add other instruments. You may treat baglamas as a classical guitar that has no interfaces at all. I will have to use a microphone to sample in […]

Blues guitar tunings?

I’ve recently become interested in learning how to play blues guitar, having ignored it for years and years. Looking at tabs and stuff, I’ve come across several unconventional tunings. How widespread is this? Is there any one blues tuning method that is more commonly used than the others, or do most blues guitarists use standard […]