Sponsored by Elixir Strings Dublin folk duo Hudson Taylor explain their jam-led approach to songwriting and reveal how they build complementary parts on two acoustic guitars. Plus, the boys remember how the long-lasting tone of Elixir® Strings helped back in…
Whether you’re a traditional bluegrass picker or an emerging modern player, D’Addario’s new premium uncoated Nickel Bronze series captures the unique sound of your acoustic. These strings are engineered to bring out the distinctive tonal characteristics of your guitar and…
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THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED Our lucky winners were Connie B. of Hardy, VA and Daniel R. from Easthampton, MA! ENTER NOW:
Sponsored by D’Addario Do you play for fame or fun? Folk or funk? Around campfires or Carnegie hall? Whether you’re a seasoned Uker or you’re just getting started, the D’Addario Ukulele Hub is there to match you up with the…
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED Our lucky winner was James B. of Douglasville, GA!
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Presented by Elixir® Strings Learn blues‐based turnarounds. Guitar builder, player and blues great, Mike Eldred, shows us a variety of blues‐based turnarounds. Stay focused, some of his parts are moving pretty fast! You can hear these turnarounds and many more on the new…
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED Our lucky winner was Bill F. of Lakewood, CO!
Presented by Elixir® Strings Master Guitarist, Phil Keaggy, uses capos and looping to enhance his arrangements and performances. See how this guitar legend changes chord voicing by using two capos. “Elixir Strings are my favorite strings in the world. I…
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Spring is a great time for a musical field trip! We’re encouraging players to head to a local Bedell dealer to try new instruments, and to enter to win a Bedell Wildfire. To enter to win a Bedell Wildfire, visit…
Sponsored Story A million pounds. That’s two and a half Statues of Liberty. It’s also just about how many pounds of instrument strings the world uses in one year. But what happens to all those strings after they’ve sung their…
Sponsored Story from Elixir Strings Adding percussion to your playing-style opens up a host of new musical opportunities. Newton Faulkner reveals his favorite sweet spots on the guitar body for creating kick, snare and hip-hop percussive effects, using a Benjamin…
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THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED Our lucky winner was Mark M. of Muskegon, MI!
Sponsored Story Whether you’re a traditional bluegrass picker or an emerging modern player, D’Addario’s new premium uncoated Nickel Bronze series captures the unique sound of your acoustic. These strings are engineered to bring out the distinctive tonal characteristics of your…
Sponsored by Elixir Strings Clive Carroll gives us a fingerstyle workout master class. You’ll love these playing exercises for a smoother and more versatile fingerstyle technique. Following Clive’s tips will help you learn how to emphasize certain notes, achieve varied…
Sponsored Content Breedlove Stringed Instruments is known for its use of exotic tonewoods and Koa is no exception. Breedlove is giving one lucky person the opportunity to take home one of the most exquisite instruments handcrafted in Bend, Oregon, the…
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THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED Our lucky winner was D. Dwayne M. from Penkinston, MS!
This lucky contestant won a Martin Custom Shop 00-28K Koa Acoustic Guitar from The Music Zoo! We think they look like a perfect pair. If you’re feeling lucky, head over to our Win page to see which giveaways are currently open for entries. Check…
Sponsored by Elixir Strings Rhythm hand strumming techniques can be the most important thing an acoustic player needs to have. Make your rhythm playing stellar. Los Angeles session guitarist, songwriter and teacher, Tom Strahle, talks about thinking like a drummer…
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Presented by Elixir® Strings Is gunk killing your strings and tone? Do your strings feel dirty? Are you spending too much time and money changing strings? Check out how Elixir Strings unique coating technology can save your tone and playing…
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED Our lucky winners were: Third Prize – Diego L. from Badajoz, Spain Second Prize – Jennifer H. from Lynnwood, WA Grand Prize – Paul M. from Towaco, NJ
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED Our lucky winner was Timothy T. from Fuquay Varina, NC
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THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED Our lucky winner was Mark H. from Iowa City, IA
Presented by Homespun Music Instruction Learn to use DADGAD tuning to create compelling and powerful fingerstyle blues instrumentals. Al Petteway’s unique approach to a classic genre will transform your arrangements with new ideas and thrillingly different sounds. On his DVD…
