by Justin Comstock | Dec 19, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
Introduction: The Art of an Unforgettable Solo A great guitar solo is more than just a flurry of notes—it’s a conversation. It sings, whispers, and sometimes screams, leaving a lasting impression on the listener. To craft solos that resonate, you need more than speed...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 18, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
Introduction: Transform Your Playing with Lead Guitar Techniques If you’ve been searching for a way to break out of predictable patterns and breathe new life into your playing, triads on guitar are your answer. These three-note lead guitar techniques form the...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 17, 2024 | Tips & Tricks, Uncategorized
Introduction: Paint Your Soundscape with Arpeggios On Guitar Picture this: You’re standing on stage, fingers gliding across the fretboard, every note singing with clarity and purpose. The crowd is mesmerized. Your solos don’t just hit the right notes—they tell a...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 16, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
Introduction: Why Fretboard Exercises Are Essential Mastering the guitar fretboard is one of the most rewarding steps in your guitar journey, but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s where fretboard exercises come in—they’re the fastest way to learn notes, scales,...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 15, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
Introduction: Let’s Master the Fretboard Hey there, fellow guitarist! Are you ready to finally master the fretboard and unlock your guitar’s full potential? Many players feel stuck in repetitive patterns, unsure how to connect the dots across the neck. But fret...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 15, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
It’s a late evening, and you’re sitting in your usual spot with your guitar. The metronome ticks like a steady heartbeat. You’ve run through this scale countless times, fingers tracing the fretboard like old, familiar roads. But there’s a problem: no matter how much...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
If you’re serious about playing guitar, you’ve probably hit that moment where the fretboard feels like an endless puzzle. Mastering it can feel daunting, especially when you’re trying to connect guitar chord shapes, scales, and melodies seamlessly. That’s...
by Justin Comstock | Dec 13, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
You’re staring at your guitar, fingers poised to play, but it feels like you’re walking the same path you’ve walked a thousand times. No growth, no spark—just the same old chords, scales, and licks. It’s a frustrating spot, but you’re not alone. Every guitarist hits a...
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...
