by Justin Comstock | Dec 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
Learning the guitar basics is a bit like diving into a mystery novel. You start with the basics—how to hold the guitar, where to place your fingers—and slowly unravel the deeper complexities. Guitar techniques are the tools that turn the simple act of strumming...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 12, 2024 | Blues Guitar
You’re sitting in a dimly lit blues bar, and the guitarist on stage is pouring their soul into every note. The sound is raw, emotive, and familiar—it’s the unmistakable foundation of blues: the 12-bar blues guitar. The 12-bar blues isn’t just a progression; it’s a...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
Blues guitar licks are the heart and soul of blues music. They’re the short, expressive phrases that take a solo from “okay” to unforgettable. Whether you’re captivated by the smooth phrasing of B.B. King, the fiery attack of Stevie Ray Vaughan, or...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 10, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
If you’ve ever stared at your guitar, longing to pick it up but feeling like the hours in your day are slipping away, you’re not alone. Life gets busy. Work meetings stretch long, dinners take time to prep, and before you know it, your guitar gathers more dust than...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 9, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
There’s something magical about a well-crafted guitar solo. It’s where creativity meets precision, where emotion dances with technique. Whether you’re dreaming of channeling your inner Hendrix, Gilmour, or Van Halen, learning how to write a guitar solo is your ticket...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 8, 2024 | Uncategorized
Introduction Have you ever played a riff and thought, “This doesn’t sound quite right”? Achieving your dream guitar tone can feel like chasing a shadow, but the truth is, it all comes down to understanding your gear. Your tone is shaped by three key elements: strings,...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 7, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
Introduction There’s something magical about picking up your guitar and strumming a chord. But did you know that a simple tweak to your tuning can unlock entirely new worlds of sound? Exploring alternate tunings for guitar not only changes the feel of your playing but...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 6, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
Beginner barre chords. The very words can send shivers down the spine of a beginner guitarist. You’re pressing down every string with one finger, wrestling against tension and technique. It’s the guitar equivalent of scaling a wall. But here’s the thing: once you...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 6, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
There’s something magical about the first time you strum a chord and recognize the melody of a song you love. Beginner guitar songs aren’t just a stepping stone—they’re an invitation to make music that feels personal and exciting. As an acoustic guitar player, you...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 6, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
Imagine you’re holding a key that can unlock endless melodies, soulful solos, and expressive riffs—all from a simple, five-note pattern. That’s the magic of the pentatonic scale. Whether you’re a fan of blues, rock, country, or even jazz, the beginner pentatonic scale...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
Pentatonic scale positions Have you ever felt lost on the fretboard, struggling to connect your ideas when playing solos? The secret to unlocking your guitar’s full potential lies in mastering pentatonic scale positions. These five simple patterns hold the key to...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 5, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
Imagine standing at the base of a musical mountain, looking up at endless pathways winding their way to the top. Each path offers its own adventure, its own sound, and its own challenges. That’s what learning guitar scales is like. They’re the trails that guide you...
