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The Hot And Cold of Interview: Paul Weller Discusses Danelectros, Rickenbackers and His New Album, 'Sonik Kicks'

iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 23:40:00 -0800

Like the narrator in "The Changingman," one of his best-known songs, Paul Weller's career is built on shifting sands.

He's been a punk and New Wave frontman at the vanguard of the late-'70s mod revival movement, a soul/R&B singer, a guitar deity and the "Mod Father," hero to the protagonists and antagonists of the drama-filled Britpop scene of the mid-'90s.

Weller, a product of Woking, a suburb about an hour's drive from London, hit the world stage in 1977 with The Jam, the legendary UK trio whose fiery, punk/new wave debut, In The City, had little in common with their swansong, 1982's soul- and funk-filled The Gift.

When Weller suddenly disbanded The Jam to form The Style Council with Mick Talbot in 1983, he used the opportunity to go even further afield, incorporating jazz, synthpop, house and R&B into his sound.

Despite initial commercial success, the public had lost interest by 1989, and Weller was left without a label -- and seemingly without prospects.

Enter solo Paul Weller, an artist whose sound has undergone vast twists and turns over the course of 10 critically acclaimed albums, including the modern classics Wild Wood and Stanley Road. Weller's knack for experimentation peaked with 2008's cinematic 22 Dreams and 2010's jagged Wake Up the Nation.

With his new album, Sonik Kicks, which will be released March 27 in the U.S. via Yep Roc Records, Weller continues on his courageous, exploratory course, serving up a disc full of electronic sonic excursions peppered with jazz-soul-reggae grooves, backwards guitars, swathes of whining synths and other effects.

Weller is, again, pushing his personal envelope.

We caught up with Weller -- who has a new set of twins, a new line of high-end clothing and a new album, of course -- earlier this week.

GUITAR WORLD: First of all, congrats on the twins. Is life any different with those two newcomers in the picture?

Thanks, man. Well, I get a lot less sleep [laughs].

During your solo career -- in fact, during The Jam’s timeline as well -- there's been the theme of change from album to album, tied to the phases of your musical evolution. Sonik Kicks sounds more electronic than anything you've ever done; does it mark the start of a new phase for you?
I think that actually started with the 22 Dreams album from 2008, which is now two albums back. I think it’s wide open, you know. I don’t think about what I can’t do or what I shouldn’t be doing. I just think there are endless possibilities musically, really. And I’m very, very open to experimenting with different people and trying to find different methods of writing and making music. So it’s a very exciting time for me right now.

What was the inspiration for the album's electronic sound?

I’ve been listening to a lot of early electronic works, I guess it's loosely avant garde stuff, if you can call it that. Things even going back to the late 1930s and ‘40s. I was just interested in the textures some of that music made. I was trying to kind of incorporate some of that into pop music, really.

How were the rhythm tracks on the new album recorded?

They’re a mixture, really. There are some loops and samples, but generally speaking, it’s pretty much all live playing. In some cases, we recorded loops with drum machines, but we replaced them with real drums. So it’s a mix of technology and old-school playing, all done on Pro Tools. We tried as much as we could to keep the sound warm and not too digitized, trying to keep that depth and warmth.

I know Steve White -- your longtime drummer, starting with your Style Council days -- isn't around anymore, but Ocean Colour Scene guitarist Steve Cradock is still in your band and is featured heavily on Sonik Kicks. How do you and Cradock divide guitar duties in the studio?

Well, Steve White’s still around [laughs]. But yeah, he hasn’t played with me for about five years. Steve Cradock plays a lot of stuff on the album. He even plays drums on a few tracks. We kind of discuss -- not in too much detail, maybe -- what kind of style each song should be. But we’ve been working together for 20 years or something like that, and I think there’s a certain amount of mental telepathy involved. We just play off each other. And Steve is very good at listening; he listens out for what I’m doing and plays off that. I think we just instinctively know what to do, really. It comes from playing together for all that time.

What guitars and amps did you stick to when recording Sonik Kicks?

As far as amps, I used my little Marshall combo a lot. Guitar-wise, I used a Danelectro on a lot of tracks on the album. It’s got a nice sort of crunchy, earthy, dirty sort of sound to it. I used that and an old Telecaster.

Do you happen to know the exact model of the Danelectro?

Um, it is … no, I don’t [laughs]. But it looks like a 1950s spaceship.

When I think of the quintessential Paul Weller guitar, I can't help but picture your sunburst Epiphone Casino with the trapeze tailpiece.

Yeah, I tend to use that more live. In the studio, it’s been the Danelectro lately.

If you had to choose only one guitar to use forever -- or, to quote the BBC radio show, to take with you on your "desert island" -- what would it be?

It would have to be my Cherry Red 1968 Gibson SG, which is just a really, really beautiful guitar, man. It’s got so many different tones within it. The neck is really thin, and it’s just a joy to play. It’s a very versatile guitar with a warm crunch to it. It’s also got a very silky, gentle sound as well.

Let's talk about Rickenbacker guitars, which you used with The Jam. I read that when you got your first advance from the band's label in the late '70s, you bought as many Rickenbackers as you could afford. What are your updated thoughts on Rickenbacker guitars?

They’re great guitars, man, but they’re also sort of one-dimensional. They’re great for certain things, but they’ve really only got one sound to them. Yes, it’s a great sound, but probably the reason I stopped using them is because I wanted something with extra tones and dimensions to it. But I originally got into Rickenbackers for the same reason as a lot of people -- all my heroes used them. From Pete Townshend to The Beatles. And they look amazing, don’t they?

Yes, especially the 330 and 360. Speaking of which, I remember you were selling or auctioning off one of your Ricks -- a 330, I think -- about three or four years ago. What's the status of your Rick collection today? Do you still have most of the batch you bought in the ‘70s?

No, I haven’t, actually. I think I have only one or two of those left. Some I gave away, some got smashed, maybe some got stolen somewhere along the line. But I’ve kept a couple. I kept the first Rickenbacker I ever got, a little short-scale John Lennon-type model. And I’ve got a couple of 12-string models, which are really nice, and I’ve got a Pete Townshend model, which Pete gave me a few years ago. But that’s about it.

This year marks the 35th anniversary of The Jam’s first album, In The City. It’s a reminder that you came out of a scene in which passion and intensity -- and politically charged lyrics, to some degree -- were valued above musicianship and musical ability. Yet now you’re considered a guitar hero to a lot of people. What do you think about that contrast?

I’m happy about it, to be honest. I’m fine with being thought of as a guitar player, and if I can get any recognition or respect for doing that, that’s a pretty good thing for me. When I listen to a record, or when I’m making a record, I listen to everything. I listen to the drums, the bass, the voice, the arrangement. I listen to the whole piece as an ensemble. I don’t only listen to the guitar player. So it’s a little bit different for me because it’s good to be the guitarist, but I’m also the songwriter and the singer, so I kind of listen to all those things at the same time. I guess all that stuff informs my playing.

What are you listening to these days? What inspires you?

I've been listening to a great record by Baxter Jury called Happy Soup, which came out last year. And there’s a great record by Tim Burgess of The Charlatans, who made a solo album in Nashville. There are some things coming out later on this year, some really special records. And I really like Noel Gallagher’s solo record from last year, High Flying Birds. I thought that was great.

Yes, I was going to ask you about Noel -- and about Liam Gallagher’s new band, Beady Eye. What do you think of their debut album from last year, Different Gear, Still Speeding?

I loved the record, and I’m really looking forward to their next one. I think it’s hard for Liam to follow Oasis, but I think he’s got it in him to be a really great songwriter, personally. I think he just needs a bit more confidence. His ideas, his abstract ideas, are great.

Do ever picture yourself branching out into other genres of music -- standards or classical, perhaps -- as some of your elder rock influences have done in recent years?

I wouldn’t dare do it, mate. I wouldn’t have the talent to do that sort of thing, which is fine with me. I just wouldn’t have the musical knowledge to do anything as adventurous as that.

Paul Weller's new album, Sonik Kicks, will be released March 27 in the U.S. on Yep Roc Records. For more info, check out Paul Weller's Facebook page and official website.

Basics of How to Play Lead Guitar

iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Tue, 6 Dec 2011 22:29:00 -0800

When you progress with your beginner to intermediate guitar lessons and become more adept at playing, there will probably come a time when you become tired of being heard in the background as a rhythm guitar.

Many of us would love to learn how to play lead guitar but it does take some practice. If you're able to successfully learn how to do it, you will quickly become the star of the show and your guitar playing abilities will get even better as a result.
The first thing that you're going to need to have in order to learn how to play lead guitar is the right kind of equipment. This would include a guitar (naturally!), amplifier and other various items of kit you more than likely already own. Next comes the part where you're going to have to do some practicing.

It is fairly easy to learn how to play chords on a guitar, but playing the individual notes effectively will take some time to master. This is one of the most important aspects of learning how to play lead guitar, because you will be called on to do this on a regular basis and in front of a wide audience. You will also need to practice your guitar intervals, so that you can take the lead and play a variety of different solos using these intervals. Once you're in the right tune and understand the theory you will be able to make things up as you go along, producing your own distinct sound style.

There are a lot of other things that are important to learn for playing the lead guitar, such as bending the strings and using a whammy bar (sometimes called a wang bar, wobbler or tremelo bar) to temporarily adjust the tension of the strings and produce a different pitch than usual. All of these, however, will come in time and you are sure to pick them up quickly as you continue to practice and progress.

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Learning to Play Guitar With Jamorama

iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 05:38:00 -0800

Have you been searching for a better way to learn to play guitar or have guitar lessons or perhaps play a bass guitar solo? Tired of trying multiple avenues and getting nowhere fast?

Maybe it's time to try Jamorama and see the progress you've been hoping for. With courses ranging from beginner to advanced, Jamorama is there with a solution. Bass guitar, electric and acoustic guitar are all covered in this one-stop learn to play guitar solution. Let's take a look at some of the great features available to you with Jamorama.

Great, Usable Features Of Jamorama

1. Downloadable - Not having to wait perhaps weeks for a shipment to get started learning how to play guitar lesson. This is a great big plus for any eager music lover who wants to learn as soon as possible. Digital books in PDF format and video lessons in QuickTime ensure quality in each and every lesson, even if it's midnight! Don't delay, start learning how to play guitar immediately.

2. Step by step learning - This encourages you to keep at it as you will see your progress compound with each lesson because you use each new skill learned in the next lesson. You get the satisfaction of seeing it all come together.

3. Covers all major music styles - You will learn fifty-five strumming patterns and eight different styles of music! This means that Jamorama appeals to nearly every music taste and gives you the ability to play more than just one type of music for pleasing multiple audiences.

4. Bonus learning software - Guitar tuner pro, Jamorama metronome, Guitearit! Ear training game, and much more!

A Fully Comprehensive Course With over 250 pages of lessons, 148 video lessons, 26 professional recorded Jamtracks this is the most comprehensive beginner to advanced course you will find for the price. This course will take you from beginning to advanced guitar playing. Jamorama will teach you the basics on up to pro-style playing for awesome guitar solos and lead guitar playing that will enrich your hobbies or perhaps even start you on the road to a new career.

The Verdict Is In Just read some of the many satisfied customers have given a Jamorama review or have purchased Jamorama and see the results it has had for them. You cannot buy the magnitude of lessons that come in this complete course for anywhere near the price of taking individual lessons with music teachers, certainly not from the privacy of your own home and at your chosen hours! That would cost more than a small fortune. There is really no other way to learn to play guitar, whether its lead, bass, acoustic or electric; it makes no difference because this course does it all. Each of the teachers are actual musicians with a penchant for helping others to overcome the roadblocks in guitar learning and becoming all that they dream to be. With the fantastic e-mail support and Jamorama community to learn from and lean on, you will find that purchasing Jamorama is the best step you can take to get off the ground and fly into your guitar playing dreams! Just ask the over 200,000 happy people who have made Jamorama their first step, clear to see why the verdict is on your side when learning with Jamorama.

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Learn How To Play Guitar - Jamorama

iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 05:28:00 -0800

I've been playing guitar for about a year or so and I've got to say, it is now one of my favorite pastimes.

A year ago, I looked at a guitar and didn't know what to do with it, but through practice, dedication, and will-power, I've managed to learn how to do everything I've ever wanted to do with a guitar. If you want to learn how to play guitar, there are a few things that can help you become a better guitar player.

Practice makes perfect! At times it might seem pointless or frustrating, but in the end it's all worth it. Learn your basic chords and practice switching between them. Do this repeatedly and it should help a ton. Don't expect to be pulling off full out solos at the beginning. If it gets frustrating, take a break and come back to it later. If you make mistakes, slow down. Also, practice and learn your scales. Many solos are just scales so learning scales can improve the way you play solos. Lastly, have fun with it! If you're not having fun then playing the guitar becomes a task, not a pastime. I picked up guitar because I was inspired by how my friends played guitar. I learned every song that I'd ever wanted to learn since then. I never forgot about it or just put it down. I kept picking it up, and trying again. Have fun with guitar!

I didn't have very much money to spend on guitar either. I spent about $150 dollars on a guitar and amp and another $50 on a computer program called Jamorama. This program teaches you how to pull off tricky solos without having to go to a teacher. I love this program and will continue to use it to improve my guitar skills. This program teaches you everything you need to know. It goes in-depth into the mechanics of hammer-ons and pull offs as well as every scale you'll ever need. Also, it teaches you how to read music, so you could buy it without any musical experience whatsoever.

This is my favorite way to practice guitar. It improves your guitar playing on every aspect. All you need to do is spend a little money to have access to everything you need to know about playing guitar. This is the easiest, cheapest, and most efficient way to start playing guitar as soon as possible. A little hard work and dedication, and especially practice, can get you on your way to being an awesome guitar player.

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Jamorama Review - Finally Learn to Play Guitar With Jamorama

iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 05:23:00 -0800

Do you remember that guy who used to bring his guitar to school and play for all the girls at lunchtime?

Everyone wanted to be his friend. With guitar lessons from Jamorama, you can be as popular as that guy in absolutely no time. You don't have to be a rock star to enjoy playing a guitar, but it's much more fun if you play it well. Jamorama is a comprehensive guitar system that can teach you to play in a fun and effective way. You'll find you're anxious to get home and play another Jamorama lesson at the end of the day.

1. What Can You Learn With Jamorama?

Have you ever picked up a piece of guitar music? It can look confusing if you don't understand it. Jamorama is designed to unravel the mystery of chord changes and tablature so that you don't get bogged down in the details. Jamorama also teaches you to free yourself from sheet music altogether. You can learn to play your favorite songs by ear using Jamorama techniques. If you are good at video games, Jamorama has computer software lessons that use those strengths to teach you to play better guitar. Jamorama is not a stuffy list of chords. Jamorama is designed for players who want to have something to show for their efforts before they're too old to do anything with their new skills.

2. Learn To Play From Professionals.

One of the most important aspects of learning a musical instrument is to spend time listening to people who play very well. Jamorama gives you the chance to listen to great professional guitar players and even play along with them. Jamorama includes tracks from great guitarists that you can play along with. Your skills will improve much more quickly if you play more, and Jamorama makes it fun to practice.

3. Should You Get The Jamorama?

The creators of Jamorama are musicians, and they understand that music can be lonely while you learn to play. Through the Jamorama guitar lessons you will work with virtual teachers and play along with guitar pros until you feel like you're ready to take your music to the world.

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The Beatles I Saw Her Standing There Guitar And Bass Tabs

iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Mon, 7 Jun 2010 02:27:00 -0700

I SAW HER STANDING THERE THE BEATLES

E7                     A7          E7
Well she was just seventeen and you know what I mean
B7
And the way she looked was way beyond compare
E           E7           A7    C7
So how could I dance with another oh,
E7      B7       E7
when I saw her standing there

E7                      A7      E7
Well she looked at me and I, I could see
B7
That before too long I'd fall in love with her
E            E7           A7
She wouldn't dance with another
C7          E7      B7       E7
Oh,  when I saw her standing there

A7
Well my heart went boom when I crossed that room
B7         A7
and I held her hand in mine

E7
Well we danced through the night
A7              E7
and we held each other tight
B7
And before too long I fell in love with her
E          E7         A7
Now I'll never dance with another
C7        E7        B7       E7
Oh, since I saw her standing there

A7
Well my heart went boom when I crossed that room
B7         A7
and I held her hand in mine

E7
Well we danced through the night
A7              E7
and we held each other tight
B7
And before too long I fell in love with her
E          E7         A7
Now I'll never dance with another
C7        E7        B7       E7
Oh, since I saw her standing there
E7              B7       E7
Since I saw her standing there
E7                 E7      B7       E7
Yeah, Well since I saw her standing there

Bass tabs

I saw her standing there

Intro

1, 2, 3, 4

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---------------0-0-4-0----------4--0-0-4-0----
Well, she was just     seventeen

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-2-0----0-0-4-0----------4-----------2--2----
-----4-----------------------0-0-4-0---------
And you know    what I mean

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--0-----------------2-2-0--------------2-2--0------2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-
-----4--0-0--4---0--------4--0-0-4-0----------4-----------
And the way  she looked was way        beyond compare

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2-2------------------------------------------------------
-----0--0--0--0-----4-4-4-4---5-5-5-5--8-8------------
So,  how could I dance with another,   oh

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-------------2-2-0---0-0-4-0--------4----------2-2-0----2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2---
8-8---0-0-4-0-----4---------------------0-0-4-0------4--------------------
When I  saw    her   standing there.



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-----------------------2--2--0-------------2--
---------------0-0-4-0----------4--0-0-4-0----
Well she, look at me,

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-2-0----0-0-4-0----------4-----------2--2----
-----4-----------------------0-0-4-0---------
And I, I could see

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--0-----------------2-2-0--------------2-2--0------2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-
-----4--0-0--4---0--------4--0-0-4-0----------4-----------
That before too long       I´d fall in love with her

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4-4------------------------------------------------------
2-2------------------------------------------------------
-----0--0--0--0-----4-4-4-4---5-5-5-5--8-8------------
She wouldn´t dance with another, whoa

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-------------2-2-0---0-0-4-0--------4----------2-2-0----2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2---
8-8---0-0-4-0-----4---------------------0-0-4-0------4--------------------
When I saw her standing there

Part B
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4-4--2-2-----------0-0-3-4------3-4--0-0-3-4--------------
---------4-4-2-0----------------------------------------
Well my heart    went     boom

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-2-2---------------2-2--------------------------------
-----3-4--0-0-3-4------3-4-0-0-3-4----------------------
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When I   crossed   that    room

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-2-2--------------2-2-------------2-2-------4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-
-----3-4-0-0-3-4------3-4-0-0-3-4------3-4--2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-
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And I    held     her     hand         in   mine


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-----------------------2--2--0-------------2--
---------------0-0-4-0----------4--0-0-4-0----
Whoa we dance trough the night

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----------------2--2--0----------------------
-2-0----0-0-4-0----------4-----------2--2----
-----4-----------------------0-0-4-0---------
And we held each other tight

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---------------------------------------------------4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-
--0-----------------2-2-0--------------2-2--0------2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-
-----4--0-0--4---0--------4--0-0-4-0----------4-----------
And before too long          I fell in love with her

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4-4------------------------------------------------------
2-2------------------------------------------------------
-----0--0--0--0-----4-4-4-4---5-5-5-5--8-8------------
Now I´ll never dance with another, whoa

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-------------2-2-0---0-0-4-0--------4----------2-2-0----2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2---
8-8---0-0-4-0-----4---------------------0-0-4-0------4--------------------
When I saw her standing there.


Solo (play the same)


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4-4--2-2-----------0-0-3-4------3-4--0-0-3-4--------------
---------4-4-2-0----------------------------------------
Well my heart    went     boom

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-2-2---------------2-2--------------------------------
-----3-4--0-0-3-4------3-4-0-0-3-4----------------------
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When I   crossed   that    room

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-2-2--------------2-2-------------2-2-------4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-
-----3-4-0-0-3-4------3-4-0-0-3-4------3-4--2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-
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And I    held     her     hand         in   mine


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-----------------------2--2--0-------------2--
---------------0-0-4-0----------4--0-0-4-0----
Whoa we dance trough the night

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----------------2--2--0----------------------
-2-0----0-0-4-0----------4-----------2--2----
-----4-----------------------0-0-4-0---------
And we held each other tight

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---------------------------------------------------4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-
--0-----------------2-2-0--------------2-2--0------2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-
-----4--0-0--4---0--------4--0-0-4-0----------4-----------
And before too long          I fell in love with her

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4-4------------------------------------------------------
2-2------------------------------------------------------
-----0--0--0--0-----4-4-4-4---5-5-5-5--8-8------------
Now I´ll never dance with another, whoa

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------------------------------2-2-0---------------------4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4---
-------------2-2-0---0-0-4-0--------4----------2-2-0----2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2---
8-8---0-0-4-0-----4---------------------0-0-4-0------4--------------------

When I saw her standing there.

End

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John Lennon Makes Gibson Guitar History

iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Mon, 7 Jun 2010 02:18:00 -0700

This interesting article addresses some of the key issues regarding Gibson Guitar. A careful reading of this material could make a big difference in how you think about Gibson Guitar. The more authentic information about Gibson Guitar you know, the more likely people are to consider you a Gibson Guitar expert. Read on for even more Gibson Guitar facts that you can share.

Interested in a bit of John and George guitar trivia? Well then, read on about how John made guitar history with his Gibson J-160E. Early pictures of the Beatles in their infamous Cavern Club days portray a rather and rough band of Teddy Boys, sporting leather motor cycle jackets, tight jeans, and fifties style pompadour hair styles - not the iconic, clean cut mop-tops created by their manager, the late Brian Epstein. When Epstein, then a young music store retailer first heard the Beatles in 1962, their sound was as rough and unpolished as their instruments. With great vision, and as a condition to manage the group, the young Epstein made the brilliant decision to have the group replace their leather jackets and jeans with the now iconoclastic Beatle suits and neo-Arthurian hairstyle. Along with the wardrobe makeover, came a musical makeover, which meant not only a modified sound, but also new instruments.

In Lennon's case, it was a new Gibson J-160E guitar - a Lennon legacy and a very special chapter of rock 'n roll guitar history. Several colorful myths surround Lennon's guitar; one is that it was purchased with the help of Epstein as co-signer. Another legend is that Epstein bought one each for John and George, as opposed to a tale that John nicked his from George!

Through whichever means John did get his guitar, having become so attached to it, rather than replace it, in 1967 Lennon had the veneer repainted in a colorful psychedelic design. However, within two years, around the time of his marriage to Yoko Ono, John had the guitar stripped down to its original finish, but then proceeded to decorate it with caricatures of himself and Ono on the guitar's body during their 1969 "Bed-In for Peace." Today, Gibson Guitars along with the endorsement of Lennon's widow offers a replica of the Gibson J-160E, aptly named The Gibson John Lennon J-160E Peace guitar. The replica looks almost identical to the original guitar - featuring a rounded shoulder body design, a Sitka spruce plywood top; its back and sides are made of mahogany. Gibson proudly boasts that their instrument produces a full-sounding balanced tone with warm, rich lows tones, and crisp, presence-laden highs.

John recorded and performed some of my favorite Beatles songs with this model, including, "You've Got to Hide Your Love Away" from the film, "Help!" The song is played exclusively with acoustic instruments, with John strumming the G chord introduction, which carries into the beginning of the song. It ends with a melodic flute finale. The song was written in the key of G major, and built around four major chord progressions G, D, F, and C, and composed in three-quarter time.

Whether you are a collector shopping around for a Gibson J-160E, a musician, Lennon fan, or even all three, now you too can own a small part of the Lennon music history. If you are a musician, as well as a Beatles fan, playing any of his songs with this replica will probably bring you to musically inspired spiritual heights that you probably only dream t of.

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iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Sun, 6 Jun 2010 01:45:00 -0700

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Some people prefer to learn new things by themselves. Most of these individuals are more comfortable working alone and resent learning with other people. This is also true with guitar playing. Those that don’t want any audience as they practice would rather learn to play the guitar alone and through the use of instruction books. You too can learn to play guitar with amp through instruction books.

In order to do this, you must have the right attitude. If you’re comfortable with this kind of setting and you don’t need frequent motivation or guidance, instruction books just might work for you. Besides, this is the most inexpensive option when it comes to learning how to play guitars.

Is there a difference if you’re using a guitar with amps? Guitars plugged in PA systems give you acceptable sound but with an amp, the sound is much better. You see, amps are available in different prices depending on the size. If you shop around, you can actually find guitar amps for $200 or even less. The biggest amps can reach thousand of dollars. Amps are available in hybrid, tube, analog or solid state, and digital. When looking for guitar amps, you need to consider the guitar that you have.

Aside from that, you also need to consider the type of music that you like. Will you be using the amps for personal practice or during shows? With these things in mind, you can buy an amp that your pockets can afford and some excellent tools too that you can use to model the kind of amp you love.

Learning to play guitar especially for beginners usually does not involve playing the guitar or using the amps on the first lessons. You need to focus more in learning the chords, notes, and guitar strumming. You also need to exercise your fingers frequently. You must be able to get a good instruction book that is designed for beginners. But if you already know the basics of guitar playing, you can get a more advanced book especially one that incorporates using guitars with amps.

With or without the amps, what matters is how you play the guitar. The amps only help in improving the sound output. It is therefore very important to learn playing the guitar first before you even think of buying guitar amps.

Take a stroll in your locality and check out the different music stores. You’re sure to find good quality instruction books that can help you in the learning process. Try to look into different instruction books and don’t focus on only one book. It would also be good to tell the store keeper about the guitar type that you’re using. This way, he or she can help in picking the appropriate instruction book for you.

The best way to shop for instruction books is on the internet. You can check out various instruction books that are preferred by most guitar players. Most of the instruction books available online have comments from customers and so you can check if customers have positive comments about it.

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Advantages of Learning to Master a Guitar

iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Sun, 6 Jun 2010 00:19:00 -0700

When you think about learn and master guitar, what do you think of first? Which aspects of learn and master guitar are important, which are essential, and which ones can you take or leave? You be the judge. If you find yourself confused by what you've read to this point, don't despair. Everything should be crystal clear by the time you finish.

Sure you can be the life of the party or someone who is really adored by music lovers or, the list goes on. You can play really good music through the strumming of your guitar. And people would scream out “Encore!” That would be really nice isn’t it? Do you like the idea? Well, read very carefully as this article states some of the most exciting and fulfilling advantages when you have learned to master the techniques and chords in the phase of guitar music.

Advantage #1

Playing a guitar enhances your brain to work and to initiate such signals that commands your hands on mentally memorizing where to put your finger on a particular fret, pressing on the right chord and engaging in the proper manner of strumming.

Advantage #2

The pleasure of gratification is satisfied. Thus, your self-esteem is working its way through your personality. A book once said, a psychological book to be exact, that men has to satisfy basic needs to be able to advance to his self to the highest level which is the self-actualization. Something like that.

Advantage #3

Let’s face the fact that a guitar is one of the most convenient instruments there is. You can’t bring your drums wherever you go. It would be exhausting on your part to carry a drum set around your campus and constantly beat it. It can cause so much distraction. Whereas if you have been a full pledged guitarist your whole life, you could play music where you can.

Advantage #4

Being able to drag your guitar around town, might as well earn something from it. A talent like that would not go on unnoticed. Playing along the streets of downtown is not really the idea but if you consider it, then yes, you could try. You could ask some of your friends to back you up.

Advantage #5

You, yourself, is a unique individual. Out of ten people only one becomes a pure musician. And by some luck, that person is a guitarist. Or can be someone with pure musical talent who can play not only the guitar but similar instruments or some percussion ones. Some say it is taught but real talent comes from deep inside. It is that spirit within you that makes you distinct.

Advantage #6
Nobody can call you a loser with no specific talent. Yes, you could flunk all of your exams and miss every graded recitation during class hours but when school or house parties come, you are the star. Even an A+ won’t top the popularity you can get from being an artist.

Advantage #7

You are the “it” guy. Everyone can hate you or mess you up. But the moment you have learned to become a master in your own craft, everyone will recognize how good you are. Even those who never or didn’t know you will find an effort to. People will love you for the talent that you are.

More advantages are viewed just by playing the guitar. Playing is one thing but mastering is another. So if you are still struggling to play such tunes, don’t give up that dream. Even though it’s just a hobby or past time, who knows, with such skill, it could take you to new heights. Something brighter. Something more intense. Something close to Hollywood.

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Various Ways to Learn How to Play an Acoustic Guitar

iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Thu, 3 Jun 2010 01:02:00 -0700

This interesting article addresses some of the key issues regarding learn to play an acoustic guitar. A careful reading of this material could make a big difference in how you think about learn to play an acoustic guitar. The more authentic information about learn to play an acoustic guitar you know, the more likely people are to consider you a learn to play an acoustic guitar expert. Read on for even more learn to play an acoustic guitar facts that you can share.

Beaten up with the conventional way of learning how to play an acoustic guitar without even perfecting a single tune? Are blisters forming on the tips of your fingers and yet nothing’s making sense? Maybe you have to double check your resources or better yet, yourself. There must be something terribly wrong with the way you handle your guitar.

Here are some of the numerous ways to learn play an instrument as lovely as an acoustic guitar. All you need is a piece of pick, your own or borrowed guitar, and a lot of patience. Well, a couple of manuals will do and if you’re not satisfied with that, an internet access.

First, you have to make sure that your guitar is properly tuned. Nobody would dare listen to a complete mess. If you don’t know how, find someone who knows.

Then choose from the wide variety of resources. You could search for a private teacher, go online, or settle on being alone with your references like books and manuals. Examples of private tutors are those whom you know, friends, neighbors, your relatives or someone who is paid. An online opportunity is endless. Some sell you copies of their video recorded lectures others are on the spot. Still, your choice.

After which, find the right spot to play in. It has to be comfortable. Your guitar must be supported, if not by your thighs. Hold it steady maintaining your right hand on the strings just above the sound hole and the left hand on the fretboard.

Now, a lot of suggestions were implied by numerous guitarists who had your position once before, a beginner. They suggested that, above everything else, you have to use those two organs hanging on the side of your head just below your temporal lobe, your ears. Right.

Of course you have to use other important senses, like your eyes. That would be a very positive view. But what about those who are blind? Haven’t it occurred to you that at some way they have mastered the art of playing a guitar without even seeing what it looks like. They just follow their instincts and feel the chords. Yes, they listen.

Listening. One of the most effective ways of learning.

Remember you’re handling an acoustic guitar. It doesn’t require any of those crappy contraptions just to make music work. You need more than an amplifier to change your voltage of music current. All you need to do is effectively listen to the melody and determine whether you’re getting the tunes right.

In the event that practicing goes wrong and absolutely mystified, you could always go back to the drawing board. Memorize the chords. The emphasis on your memorization must be on the basic. The C,A,G,E,D chords are considered as the building blocks to your bountiful success in guitar playing. Not only are these chords easier to achieve but they are included in most of the songs played nowadays. Surprisingly, including R & B.

Keep on practicing with these basic chords. Try it without looking. That would be able to help you figure out if you’re strumming the wrong way. Feel your strings tremble and stop. You have to take control of your music. These various ways of playing isn’t the exact key to learn but only a guide.

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iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Wed, 2 Jun 2010 03:09:00 -0700

You should be able to find several indispensable facts about how to learn guitar in the following paragraphs. If there's at least one fact you didn't know before, imagine the difference it might make. It's really a good idea to probe a little deeper into the subject of how to learn guitar. What you learn may give you the confidence you need to venture into new areas.

If you are quite the enthusiast when it comes to musical instruments and you have your heart set on that beautiful guitar you saw last week, better start brushing on those fingers. There are some ways you can learn on how to become an excellent guitarist. But first, the basics.

First and foremost, you must have your own guitar. How can you learn to play without the proper instrument at hand? You have to determine first what type of guitar to play. Borrowing a guitar would be okay, but what if you can’t borrow it on a regular basis? Your training and practice will be hampered.

Then choose a particular song that you like, something that always sets you in the mood for a good vibe. Better yet, something inspiring. Inspiring enough to encourage you to try and play the chords over and over again.

Once you have decided on which particular song gets you going and yet you don’t have any idea on how to put on a tune, ask someone who has the knowledge in playing a guitar work it out for you. Let him read the tabs. If you don’t know how, let someone interpret it for you. Here, teamwork is essential. The same person may also be able to help you in determining which finger goes where to achieve the right sound.

A very good advice on learning is listening by heart. It doesn’t depend on the chords themselves but the musician. He creates a melody just by listening to every strum of his guitar.

Statistics show that almost 90% of those who plays the guitar admit they learned it the hard way. In fact, playing the guitar is quite harder than it looks like. It is by far easier to hear than to comprehend. Learning without some background or even a slight help from someone is difficult for a newbie.

If you can’t afford a personal instructor, might as well buy a book about the do’s and don’ts of learning a guitar. Aside from that, it would also be challenging on your part to guess where to put the most important finger on the most important string. Buy a step by step guide on acquiring the basic and most vital chords that usually appears on almost every song and melody.

Then you ask, do you still need a guide. It is necessary though. You need someone to listen to you. He or she must determine if your fingers are positioned in their proper places. A reference material or an online tutorial will surely be of big help but it won’t be able to hear if you’re out of tune or if you’re really playing on the right track. Call out for help and monitoring.

First, focus yourself on the basic chords and not the hard ones. Chords like A, A minor, E, E minor, D, G are easier to work on. There are varieties of songs which contain only these chords. Mastering your fingers to change strings every change of tempo enables a beginner to develop a faster pace.

Take your time. A lot of great guitarists acquired the skill only after a long period of time. Apply no pressure on yourself. Be patient when you’re not getting it right. The trick in learning is to create a positive attitude.

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iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Sun, 30 May 2010 01:43:00 -0700

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When playing any musical instrument, you need to learn how to play the notes. If you want to play any instrument, you have to have one and this is especially true if you want to play a guitar. The notes are played on the guitar’s fret board. Learn to play guitar notes now and you too can conquer the guitar’s fret board.

You don’t have to be scared of the fret board. Even if it seems that it’s hard to learn the notes, if you really want to learn how to play the guitar, this should not discourage you.

Playing the very first songs on your guitar will be easier if you know the notes on the first guitar string. On this string, there are three notes – E, F (first fret), and G (third fret). The second string is B, C (first fret), and D (third fret). Now that you know the notes, you have to conduct some exercises. Slowly play these notes and make sure that you concentrate to learn notes well.

You don’t have to say all the notes out loud when you’re practicing. You can do this inside your mind and then slowly play them. You must know the notes as well as their names, and most especially their sounds. Know them by heart. You can start by playing simply melodies like that of nursery rhymes.

After mastering the notes on the first two strings, you have to proceed on the third string. G is the open string and the other note is A (second fret). When you know these notes already, start playing them together with the other notes you’ve learned previously. Again, you must stick with simple songs. You don’t have to work on all the notes at once. Try to master each of the notes and learn them consciously. Even small children can learn guitar notes easily. Follow these steps and in no time, you can play the notes on the guitar.

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Learning to play guitar notes will be very hard if you don’t have your own guitar. You can’t depend entirely on the music sheets that you have. You have to hear the notes being played on the guitar’s fret board. Many beginners fail to learn because they don’t have guitars on their hands. Once you learn the notes, you can now read advanced music guitar sheets.

Everyone knows nursery rhymes and even if you’re all grown up, you still know these songs. It will be a lot easier to learn the notes by using these simple songs. Once you master and memorize the notes, you can now play the songs that you like.

Guitar notes are not really hard to learn as long as you know what to do. You don’t need an expert teacher in order to learn these things. You can teach yourself these note lessons by using DVD programs or internet guitar programs. You can also use an instruction book. Still, if you can afford the expensive guitar teachers, you can always hire them. But let this serve as a reminder, no matter how good your teacher is, if you don’t have the right attitude in learning, you will not learn anything.

You see, guitar playing is like the lessons that you learn in school. You must know the notes by heart, you have to be motivated and you must be persistent.

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iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 06:21:00 -0800

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Sometimes the most important aspects of a subject are not immediately obvious. Keep reading to get the complete picture.

You can’t learn to play any musical instrument if you don’t own one especially in the case of an electric guitar. So if you want to easily learn to play an electric guitar, you should find the perfect guitar to suit your playing style.

Once you find the electric guitar that you love, you can now learn to play it. As compared to an acoustic guitar, electric guitars are mush easier to play. It would also be best if you can purchase a pick and an amp.

As you may have noticed, the electric guitar has several buttons or switches and you need to learn all of them. But before anything else, you should know the essentials in learning to play such a musical instrument.

Each kind of guitar has its own qualities. You have to familiarize yourself with the electric guitar’s qualities and features. Know all the guitar’s knobs or switches. You must know how to control them so that once you start playing the guitar you will know the right mixes of the knobs or switches.

If you can do this, you can expect the guitar’s sound to be at its best. Electric guitars are not simple instruments. Before you can effectively play this type of guitar, you would have to spend a huge portion of your time in learning to play it. Most especially, you need to learn to mix the tones and sounds together.

Aside from the electric guitar, you also need to get an amp and that was already mentioned awhile ago. Guitar amps are available in many sizes and you need to get the appropriate guitar amp. Since you’re a beginner, you need to get an amp that you can use during practice sessions. Buy only the best quality amp and make sure that you try it out before paying for it. Some stores allow their customers to test the amps at its highest point. Also, remember to purchase an amp that already has a distortion box because this is very important when it comes to playing an electric guitar.

There are many songs and guitar tracks using electric guitars. You need to be familiar with these said tracks so that learning to play such instrument will be a lot easier. If you’re a good listener to these guitar tracks and songs, you will learn fast. Try to reproduce the sounds you hear and if you can do it, then you can tell if you’re learning.

You can find further techniques, information, and tips online if you’re determined to learn to play an electric guitar. Remember these three essentials in learning to play such guitar: have your own electric guitar, get other guitar accessories like a pick and amps, and listen to guitar tracks or songs. If you know these three essentials, you’re on your way to learning to play an electric guitar.

So you see, you can easily learn to play an electric guitar by knowing the essentials. Now its time to pick out the method to use – whether you will hire a professional guitar instructor, buy a guitar instruction book, or learn through DVD programs and other internet guitar programs.

Be sure to choose the appropriate method to learn quickly. Your learning will depend greatly on your personality and attitude. If you’re patient, determined, and motivated, you can will not encounter many problems in learning to play the electric guitar.

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iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 22:35:00 -0800

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Have you been wanting to learn to play the guitar, but you just can't find the time? There is an alternative to private lessons that could really benefit you. The best way to learn guitar is through video and software training tools that are available online. The videos and software are made to teach the beginner that has never touched a guitar, to more advanced players. These are visual guides, featuring some of the most experienced guitar players that will show you how to play the guitar. There are many programs that you can purchase online and if you do a very thorough search, you may even find some free lessons. However, the purchased programs have the top resources available to you, such as online support, and really are the best way to learn guitar.

You can learn to play the guitar on your own time without worrying about scheduling conflicts. Another advantage to this is that you will be learning in your own home, at your own pace. You can play as much as you want, or as little as you want, all in the comfort of your own home. If you do not understand something, you have the ability to go back and practice as much as you need to before moving on to the next lesson. If you are looking for the best way to learn guitar, this really is the way to go. A lot of these training tools even offer online support for any questions that you may have. When you are just starting to learn how to play, it is important to make sure that you are using videos and software that are made specifically for beginners.

When you begin looking for a program to use to learn to play the guitar, try to find one that allows you to see a sample of their program if at all possible. That way you will have an idea of what to expect when you receive your learning tools. You can also look at websites that compare the different programs and have reviews by others that have used them. Many people agree that the best way to learn guitar is through video and software training, because of the privacy they have learning at home. Others have tried to learn through books, but just could not catch on because they could not visually see somebody playing the chords. With the tools that you buy online, you will be able to watch an instructor while you are learning.

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Jamorama Review - Free Electric Guitar Lessons - Try it Before the Purchase of the Course

iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 21:34:00 -0800

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Finding a free electric guitar lessons on the internet can be a hard thing to do. Most of the free electric guitar lessons will only teach the basics of playing guitar. With a comprehensive free course you can learn some of the basics of playing guitar.

If you are starting out as a complete ( I don't know where my fingers go ) beginner then you need lessons that will take you to a advanced player. You will need to find a course that has lessons designed for easy use and has integrated video and audio lessons to make it easier for you to learn.

You will need a course that will teach you how to play guitar like a band member, a course with step by step jamming lessons with a band. You will need these jamming lessons to cover a wide range of musical styles, like rock, jazz, country, blues, hip hop, and dance. You can see your playing skills improve as you play along with these jamming sessions.

There is a free guitar lessons offered with most courses. You can also purchase a course that offers a downloadable e-book and video and audio lessons to go with the book. I guarantee that they are easier to follow when they have video to go with the lessons. There is no substitute for seeing and hearing how it is supposed to be played.

With the software on the internet today it has made learning to play guitar easy. The reality is with all the software tools, video lessons, and all sort of jam tracks to play along with as you learn and master the guitar makes it even easier. Most of these online courses offer a free guitar lesson for you to try before you purchase their course.

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Jamorama Review - How to Learn Bass Guitar 5 Amazing Tips to Learn Bass Guitar Right in the Comfort of Your Home

iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 21:25:00 -0800

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If you are someone who wants to know how to learn playing bass guitar desperately, then you have reached the right place. You can find some excellent tips in this article, using which you will be able to become a master guitarist, pretty soon.

There is a common misconception prevailing about the bass guitar that it is easier to play since it has got only four strings. Nothing could be further from truth, since it requires just as much practice as a regular guitar. For all those of you who are wondering how to learn bass guitar, the answer lies in constant practice and hard work. Here are some top tips that will teach you how to learn bass guitar, without leaving the cool confines of your home.

The internet is the best place to search for information on how to learn bass guitar. Expert players of the instrument are of the opinion that you should mentally the bass guitar, just as you would a drum. You should feel the pounding and the beat of the song deep inside you, as you start playing the instrument.
Although there is difference in the number of strings between a bass guitar and a standard guitar, you will need to firs of all learn the notes and tunings of the former, in order to master the later.
You should not make the mistake of hurrying up things. There is no way in which you can master the instrument overnight. Remember you will not be able to find short cuts to the question, how to learn bass guitar. Regular practice is what will make your learn the instrument.
For all those wondering how to learn bass guitar, the trick actually lies in the proper positioning of your fingers. This is something that will come through constant practice.
To become a good guitarist, it is necessary that you have got a sturdy pair of hands. It is preferable that you do some exercises to strengthen your hands, as it will help you while playing the instrument.

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Jamorama Review - Guitar Solo Techniques

iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 21:12:00 -0800

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If you have seen guitar groups and have often wondered what roles the guitars play, the answer is one plays the bass lines of the songs, another carries the rhythm and the other is the lead guitarist who plays the solos. Guitar solos were an integral part of jazz and blues but we generally think of rock and roll as being the breeding ground of virtuoso electric guitar players. Your average guitar solo is made up of groups of notes called "licks" and "riffs". Licks are patterns of notes that can be the basis for a solo in any key, and a riff is a short melody which is repeated throughout a song.

In the early days of rock and roll there were guitar instrumentals played by groups who did little or no singing. The Ventures and The Del-Tones, led by Dick Dale in the USA and The Shadows in England had many hit records and inspired many teenage boys to become guitar players. Unfortunately the music industry preferred to sell records that featured vocalists so now instrumentals rarely find their way into the charts.

The guitar instrumental groups of the nineteen sixties were pioneers of electric guitar music. Dick Dale was largely responsible for the use of reverb in rock and roll music and Hank Marvin of The Shadows was constantly experimenting with guitars and effects. Other guitarists who have made the guitar a feature of their music are Eric Clapton, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani and Mark Knopfler.

If you know a little bit about playing guitar solos it is possible that you will want to show off all your knowledge every time you take a solo. It is just the way some people are. If you have the urge to show off listen and watch some solos by Mark Knopfler. With all those Dire Straits numbers, less is more. Even Sultans Of Swing with its two solos, there is no pyrotechnics, just simple elegance.

Take a look at the way you structure your guitar solos. Do they have a beginning, a middle and an end or are they all climax? Loudness and intensity have their places but if you are still learning how to play the guitar, you need to expand your skills and interests. If you love to grab the guitar and improvise a solo, try to improvise a quiet solo. Kill your inner Angus Young, you do not need him for this experiment. Listen to Freebird by Lynyrd Skynyrd, the climax comes at the end. The rest of the piece gets your attention then the fireworks hammer you.

Speaking of hammer-ons, have you thoroughly grounded yourself in the basic guitar solo techniques. Most people have their favorite ways of playing and tend to neglect the techniques they do not enjoy practicing. Go through in your head the techniques you have learnt: scales, hammer-ons, pull-offs, tapping the fretboard, string skipping, upstrokes, downstrokes, using the index finger to augment your picking. You cannot be excellent at ALL of them.

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iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 21:02:00 -0800

The following article presents the very latest information on acoustic guitar. If you have a particular interest in acoustic guitar, then this informative article is required reading.

Sometimes the most important aspects of a subject are not immediately obvious. Keep reading to get the complete picture.

In today's era the most eye - catching gadget anyone can ever think of having is a Guitar. People get impressed by a person even if he/she is just holding a guitar.

That's why, today when a person thinks of learning a musical instrument, the very first thought is that of a Guitar. But before you aspire and give a thought to learning a guitar you must first think of buying a guitar. This is an important aspect as it should also not affect your pocket greatly.

If you are a beginner and just are buying a guitar for playing it in your spare time then you should go for a second- hand guitar. But if you want to make it as a profession then you must get a good one which is both of the right size and at the same time not too heavy for you to hold for so long.

Learning a Guitar is not that difficult a job. Today there are many classes started up in every nook and crony of almost every street. So a person who wants to fulfill his/her dream of learning how to play an acoustic Guitar can be derived by just walking a few steps in the near-by areas.

This dream can also be made easier to be achieved through the internet. There are many sites on the net which can help in making you learn playing a guitar, and hey....give me a break... that too free of cost. By learning on the net you can have your classes at any time in a day, either after your brunch or even after your supper when you don't feel like sleeping.

You don't have to waste your time in going to your tutor which otherwise, you would have to go if you are learning by a tutor. The main advantage of the internet here is that you can also have the notations of the music you want to learn. This will moreover, enhance your concept of playing a Guitar.

Whilst, if you don't want to go with this option, you can also have a private tutor at your home or even in your nearby area. This has a major advantage that the tutor will dedicate his whole time exclusively to YOU. Also when compared to that of learning on the net this provides you with an opportunity of knowing the attitude one must have while holding a guitar. Moreover, you can clear up all your doubts by your teacher in lieu of piling them up.

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As your knowledge about acoustic guitar continues to grow, you will begin to see how acoustic guitar fits into the overall scheme of things. Knowing how something relates to the rest of the world is important too.

Why not learn how to play guitar notes?

iskandarX@gmail.com (iskandarX) — Sun, 9 Aug 2009 03:30:00 -0700

Do you ever feel like you know just enough about how to play guitar notes to be dangerous? Let's see if we can fill in some of the gaps with the latest info from how to play guitar notes experts.

You have your eye on learning a beautiful instrument called the guitar. You know how amazing it sounds when your favorite artists use that particular instrument. You start to wish you can play the guitar like the professionals. What is stopping you from learning? You do not where to begin. Why not learn how to play guitar notes?

By learning how to play guitar notes, you will gain the understanding of notation. With this you can transpose this knowledge into other instruments--something you might want to look into later on in your musical career. Also, when you learn how to play guitar notes, you will be learning how to build the strength in your hand. For now, let us learn the basics of how to play guitar notes. Here are the steps:

1. Get a guitar. It does not matter what type of guitar you use--i.e., electric or acoustic. Just make sure you are comfortable with the instrument.

2. Make sure you are sitting upright. By sitting in this form, you will be able to see what you hand is doing. This will also ensure that you will not hurt your back.

3. Place guitar on lap.

4. Place one hand in the area to strum. If you have an acoustic guitar, this would be around the sound hole. If you have an electric, this would be around the pick-ups.

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5. Place one hand on the fret board. This is what we are going to focus our attention.

6. Place your index in between the first and second fret of the small "E" string-the tiniest string. The note you will be playing is "F#". Also, frets are the thin shiny metal pieces that are all over the fret board. These are use to separate notes.

7. Make sure your knuckles do not buckle. This will ensure a sharp note sound.

8. Locate what string your finger is pressing.

9. Pick the string to make a sound. Did you make a sound? If not, go back to step 7. Also, make sure you are on the tip of your finger. This will hurt a bit, but this will go away when you build calluses on your fingers.

For step 6, practice with different fingers. For example, instead of your index, use your middle finger. If you practice this often, you will build up the strength in you hand to prepare yourself for more advanced guitar lessons.

The day will come when you can use something you read about here to have a beneficial impact. Then you'll be glad you took the time to learn more about how to play guitar notes.

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