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How to Find Songwriting Inspiration
Finding songwriting inspiration is the lifeblood of craft – that elusive spark that ignites the creative process and sets it into motion.
How to Write Musical Hooks for Your Songs
Knowing how to write hooks can elevate your songwriting. Learn what makes a great hook and learn how to write your own musical hooks.
The Art of Effective Practice: A Guide for Musicians
Join us on this enlightening journey as we unlock the secrets of effective practice and empower you to become the best musician you can be.
Five Easy-To-Play Ukulele Songs
In this blog, we look at five easy ukulele songs for beginners and offer some tips and insights, including free downloadable chord diagrams.
The Many Benefits of Playing Music
This blog explores the benefits of playing music and delves into the advantages it brings to individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
Unlocking the Magic of Cowboy Chords: A Beginner’s Guide
In this blog, we’ll explore the history of cowboy chords, cowboy chord types, and how you can use them to play your favorite songs.
Learning Upright Bass: A Guide for Beginners
Transitioning from electric bass to upright? Master the basics, optimize your setup, craft your sound, and start learning upright bass!
How To Play Barre Chords: The Half Barre, Part 1
There’s no doubt about it—learning how to play barre chords is a big leap from open positions chords. Usually, people jump right into barre chords without being aware of the hand position adjustments they need to make to play them successfully.
Understanding the CAGED System for Guitar
The CAGED System is a powerful tool for guitarists to expand their understanding of the fretboard and develop their skills in composition and improvisation.
The Benefits of Private Music Lessons
Private music lessons can help students develop their musicianship, technique, and confidence in their playing.
How To Read Guitar Chord Charts
This article will focus on chord diagrams, as they are a straightforward and efficient way to learn guitar chord charts and chord shapes.
Instructor Highlight: Sam Farkas
In 2016, Sam began teaching at Green Hills Guitar Studio, where has introduced the joy of music to hundreds of students.
Trying to Learn Barre Chords? Stop! Do This First.
From basic patterns to complex rhythms, these exercises help improve your barre chord playing and ensure you maximize your practice sessions.
Why Do Guitar Players Struggle with Barre Chords?
Barre chords are a common challenge for guitarists of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Here are tips for improving your technique.
Tips for Practicing Music
Practicing music can feel like work. And yes, it is work. But it doesn’t have to feel like it and definitely doesn’t have to sound like it.