Category: Gibson’s Learn & Master Guitar

When soloing in Jazz not all notes are created equal! There are definitely certain notes that make for more interesting musical solos. This easy to understand lesson is filled with helpful, real-world tips to being a better Jazz soloist. -Steve

If you’re like many guitarists, you don’t really think too much about the type of pick you use. But, a pick can have a major effect on the sound and the feel of playing guitar. Here are a few quick tips for finding the right pick for your playing.     1) Thinner Picks are [...]

Ever asked yourself “How should I be practicing?” or “What should I be practicing?” Here are some real world tips on what you should be doing in your practice time to get the most amount of progress in the least amount of time. -Steve

Are you up for the challenge – the Learn & Master Guitar recording challenge, that is? One of the best things you can do for your guitar learning is to record yourself. It’s amazing how much you will learn.  So each month, Learn & Master Guitar will offer a home-recording challenge. (A special thanks to [...]

Name: Benjamin R. City: Buellton, CA Forum Username: BenBob My Gear: Larrivee OM-09 Great Divide (camping guitar) Ibanez classical Squire Tele Late 40′s Silvertone (Kay) Archtop (as a project) Fretless bass Mandolin Homemade Cigar Box Guitars 1929 Tenor Banjo (project) *I mostly play acoustic, but for plugging in I have a Fender FM212 and a [...]