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Guitar Scale Theory Learn Acoustic Guitar
September 4, 2023 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
Minor scales are known for their emotional depth and versatility. They can convey a wide range of feelings, from introspection and sadness to mystery and tension. This emotional richness makes minor scales useful for expressing complex moods in music. Minor scales are defined by having a minor third & perfect fifth interval, as they are […]
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Guitar Keys Learn Acoustic Guitar
August 31, 2023 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
While not a common key for guitarists the key of Ab major has unique characteristics when it comes to the guitar, including: Chord Shapes and Voicings: Playing in the key of Ab major on the guitar can involve using barre chords and complex fingerings due to the presence of multiple flats in the key’s signature. […]
August 30, 2023 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
The key of G major includes the notes: G – A – B – C – D – E – F# When assembled in order (from highest note to lowest, or vice versa) the notes form the G major scale. The G Major Scale Step Pattern The G Major scale (like all major scales) follows […]
August 28, 2023 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
The key of F# major includes the notes: F# – G# – A# – B – C# – D# – F When assembled in order (from highest note to lowest, or vice versa) the notes form the F# major scale. The F# Major Scale Step Pattern The F# Major scale, like all major scales, follows […]
August 19, 2023 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
The key of F major includes the notes: F – G – A – Bb – C – D – E When assembled sequentially the notes form the F major scale. The F Major Scale Step Pattern The F Major scale, like all major scales, follows the familiar pattern of whole, half, whole, whole, whole, […]
August 18, 2023 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
The key of E major comprises the following notes: E – F# – G# – A – B – C# – D# When assembled in order of pitch the notes form the E major scale. The E Major Scale Step Pattern All major scales follow the familiar pattern of whole, half, whole, whole, whole, half. […]
August 15, 2023 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
The notes in the key of Eb major are: Eb, F, G, Ab, Bb, C, D When assembled sequentially the notes form the Eb Major Scale. The Eb Major Scale Step Pattern Like all major scales, the Eb major scale follows a pattern of whole steps and half steps, as follows: whole, half, whole, whole, whole, […]
August 14, 2023 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
The notes in the key of D major are D, E, F#, G, A, B, and C#. When assembled sequentially the notes form the D major Scale. The D Major Scale Step Pattern The D major scale, like all major scales follows the pattern of whole steps and half steps irrespective of the key: whole, half, whole, […]
August 11, 2023 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
The notes in the key of Db Major/C# Major are Db, Eb, F, Gb, Ab, Bb, and C. When assembled in order of pitch the notes form the Db Major Scale. The Db Major Scale Step Pattern Major scales follow the same pattern of whole steps and half steps regardless of the key: whole, half, whole, whole, […]
August 10, 2023 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
The notes in the key of C Major are C, D, E, F, G, A, and B. When assembled in order of pitch the notes form the C Major Scale. The C Major Scale Step Pattern The step pattern for the C major scale begins on C, followed by a whole step up to D, followed by […]
Acoustic Guitar Gear Acoustic Guitar Types
January 24, 2023 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
Why a 1 3/4″ nut? While there is no true industry standard here, every manufacturer likes to use their own special sizing to give themselves some identity. The 1 3/4″ nut width is one of the more common sizes and offers a good ‘all around’ and safe option for the majority of players. We less […]
Acoustic Guitar Anatomy
January 23, 2023 / March 24, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
Clearly, the choice of wood selected for the soundboard (top) of an acoustic guitar plays a large role in determining the guitar’s tone, along with volume and projection, but less is understood about the back and side woods and the influence these wood pairings have. In this article, we hope to demystify the topic and […]
December 1, 2022 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
Guitar scale lengths are somewhat of a misunderstood dark art of the acoustic guitar world. The exact benefits they offer, and how it affects the playability of an instrument are not always immediately clear. We commonly associate short-scale guitars with being slightly easier to play for those with small hands, but the effects can extend […]
Acoustic Guitar Brands Acoustic Guitar Gear
November 8, 2022 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
Over the last few decades, we’ve seen many of the big guitar brands shift manufacturing overseas in order to produce more affordable guitars. Because of this, as consumers of the instrument, we’re pretty spoiled for choice! Great, high-quality instruments are cheaper and more widely available than ever. But this has had the unfortunate consequence of […]
Acoustic Guitar Care
November 2, 2022 / March 24, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
For a guitar to play and sound its best, there are a lot of elements that need to be set correctly and work together in sync. Over time, these elements will naturally drift, causing the guitar to become more difficult to play and keep in tune, ultimately negatively affecting how it sounds. For many newer […]
October 24, 2022 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
Korea is a world leader in guitar manufacturing, with huge production plants that make instruments on behalf of brands such as Chapman, Gretsch, Guild, and PRS to name a few. Yet despite the huge role Korea plays in the worldwide production of guitars, we seldom hear about any of Korea’s own domestic brands which include: […]
Songwriting Learn Acoustic Guitar
September 14, 2022 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
Ever wondered how songwriters make money? How much songs may earn per stream, and how songwriters break into the industry? In the following article, we’re going to delve into the world of songwriting, and in particular how to make money writing songs, along with additional information on the business side of songwriting. Is there money […]
September 6, 2022 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
Learn how to promote your music on major streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Music, without spending a dime. The music industry, thanks to the arrival of social media and streaming platforms, has undergone major changes in recent years. Previously artists and bands that wrote and performed original music would gain exposure, almost exclusively, by […]
Recording The Acoustic Guitar
September 1, 2022 / March 24, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
While the days of the demo tape are long gone, anyone who writes songs and wants to take their music further than the bedroom needs a demo, showcasing their songwriting abilities. And the truth is, in 2022 this is easier than ever before. In the following quick guide, we’re going to discuss what a demo […]
Acoustic Guitar Types Acoustic Guitar Gear
August 26, 2022 / May 28, 2025 by Marty | Leave a Comment
Far more than merely cosmetic, the shape and size has an influence on the dynamic range, volume, and projection of an acoustic guitar. But how does size affect playability? It’s often said that smaller guitars are easier to play, but is this really the case, and if so why? While I hate to say it […]
