Is My Child Old Enough to Learn Guitar?
If your child (or grandchild or other kid in your life) has expressed an interest in playing guitar, you may be wondering if they’re too young to begin lessons.
Guides
Class Action: Tips on Building a Successful Guitar Teaching Practice
Teaching guitar can provide a welcome financial supplement along with flexibility. Whether you want to recruit a few students or develop a full schedule, here are a few suggestions to get the ball rolling.
Am I Too Old to Learn Guitar?
If we, at whatever age, are truly determined to make music come out of those six strings, we will.
A Guitarist’s Guide to Live Streaming
If you’d like to start streaming your performances or lessons, this comprehensive guitarist's guide to live streaming is a good place to start.
What to Look for When Buying a Gypsy-Jazz Guitar, from Tone to Playability
A gypsy jazz guitar's optimal setup differs from that of a regular steel-string. Here's what to look when buying a gypsy jazz guitar.
Virtual Jamming: The Latest Tools for Playing Together in Real Time
Here are some solutions for musicians looking for a way to play music together over the internet, hoping to be able to perform for others or just jam together.
The Best Websites and Apps for Learning Guitar
Being a self-taught guitarist (or musician in general) is as well-accommodated as it ever has been, mostly because of the wide variety of apps, software, and websites to choose from.
10 Acoustic Rock Songs You Should Know
By Kate Koenig With this list, I present to you a collection of what I deem the Top 10 greatest acoustic rock songs of all time. Limited to ten choices, thi... Read More...
Gearing Up: A Guide to Old-School Blues Guitars and Their Modern Counterparts
From the December 2018 issue of Acoustic Guitar | BY STEVE JAMES "Right on Beale Street there, I bought my Stella. Paid $11 for it. I... Read More...
Parlor Guitars: A Brief History and Buyer’s Guide
Interest in small-bodied parlor guitars—precursors to the bulky modern dreadnought—is skyrocketing. Learn all about these guitars, why players love them, and which model could be right for you.