Improve Your Practicing And Soloing, Learn Theory And More
Welcome to the April edition of Guitar Nine's on-line magazine. Regular contributors such as Tom Hess, Mike Campese, Simon Candy and Tommaso Zillio are back with some excellent technique columns, and a new interview with guitarist Dana Gaynor is also featured. Shred licks, acoustic guitar phrasing and music theory training are just three of the subjects found in this issue, giving guitarists more ideas for growth and improvement. In total, six new featured articles have been submitted on a range of musical topics of interest to practicing musicians. Of note, we've published over 200 artist interviews, while nearly 210 musicians and industry experts have written over 1000 guest columns for this site since 1996.
In this issue
About Playing Live...
Music industry guru Christopher Knab offers concrete information on booking contracts with venues.
Four Reasons Why Music Theory Is The Key To Learning Guitar
It isn't difficult to learn to study theory the correct way. It can actually be easier and more fun than you expect.
Improving Acoustic Guitar Playing Using Other Instruments
How studying other instruments will make you a better, more creative, and superior acoustic guitar player.
Interview: Dana Gaynor
I run a small production company and we are learning the ropes as we go. Someone once said you're either learning or dying. I prefer to learn.
Melodic Minor Shred Lines
Just by flatting the third you can develop a whole new shredding sound.
Newsletter April-May 2016
Guitar Nine's April-May 2016 newsletter.
Playing Acoustic Blues Rhythm Guitar Parts That Are Worth Listening To
Three cool ways to approach the rhythm of a 12 bar blues - take to your next jam and blow everyone away.
Practicing Guitar Effectively With Results: A Three Step Process
Tired of spending so much time practicing without ever seeing big results? Check out this article from Tom Hess.
Soloing: Creating Strong Emotions Over Chords
Tom Hess will help you make your guitar solos overflow with emotion,