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Learn Guitar In Three Hours – The World’s First Guitar QuickBook Teaser

Learn Guitar In Three Hours

Here’s a cheeky extract from my latest book, Learn Guitar In Three Hours: – One of the most common reasons for never learning guitar is fear of failure. We need to realise that failing is not only important for success but absolutely necessary. Here are seven quick excuses people use to avoid facing their fears [...]

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4 Essential Drum Warm Ups

This is a guest post by Fil Gillies, a professional Physio and session drummer based in Hong Kong. — Before a competition, match or race, athletes warm up to reduce their risk of injury and improve their performance. But how many drummers, given the physical demands of playing their chosen instrument, overlook this vital component [...]

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Destroying The Myth About Rhythm

Destroying The Myth About Rhythm

It’s funny how certain phrases get thrown around which don’t really make any sense. They’re phrases that we’ve heard other people use and seem intelligent when in reality they’re not at all. Here’s a couple of example; ‘I’m tone deaf’ or ‘I don’t have rhythm.’ Now granted, you may not be a vocal genius or [...]

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The Secret to Effective Guitar Practice

The Secret to Effective Guitar Practice

Over the last 16 years of playing different musical instruments I’ve realised that improving doesn’t happen overnight. I used to spend hoursĀ  and hours with mates watching ridiculously brilliant guitar solos by Paul Gilbert and let me think, more Paul Gilbert. I spent a lot of time practicing, and not very much time enjoying my [...]

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Coldplay – Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall

Coldplay – Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall

What I love about Coldplay is their ability to bring fresh inspiration to every release. They’ve been one of my favourite bands for years now and still I’m completely blown away by Mylo Xyloto. There’s a healthy mix of warm acoustic guitar, classic Coldplay electric guitar riffs and some great synth sounds coming through. Mylo [...]

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