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Guitar Lesson 7: Left Hand Technique

Now, we'll look at ways to strengthen the left hand. These are great exercises to begin building finger-independence. -- Delivered by Feed43 service

Guitar Lesson 6: Basic Techniques for Right Hand

Need to sharpen your right hand "chops"? In this video, Ed explains the pros and cons of the most popular techniques for the right hand while demonstrating easy-to-play exercises to get you started in each. -- Delivered by Feed43 service

Guitar Lesson 5: 12 Bar Blues

The 12 Bar Blues is a staple for guitar players. First, you'll learn a simple way to play it in any key, then, Ed will demonsrate some easy ways to jazz it up a little. And, no Dylan, this is not a lesson about how to get kicked out of twelve pubs in a row! -- Delivered by Feed43 service

Guitar Lesson 4: Chord Progression

Learn a fool-proof method for finding chords that work well together in any major key. Ed demonstrates how you can easily create your own unique progressions as well as demonstrating a few of the tried-and-true chord groupings. -- Delivered by Feed43 service

Guitar Lesson 3: Basic Chords

Looking for a free video lesson of the basic guitar chords? Look no further! In this lesson, Ed shows you a Major, Minor and Dominant 7th chord voicing for A through G. Included in this lesson are easy-to-understand diagrams of each chord. -- Delivered by Feed43 service

Guitar Lesson 2: Major Pentatonic Scales

In lesson two, we'll discuss the Major Pentatonic scale. This moveable scale pattern is a good choice for songs in major keys such as pop, jazz, southern rock or country. -- Delivered by Feed43 service

Guitar Lesson 1: Minor Pentatonic Scales

In this lesson we discuss the soul of the Blues, the Minor Pentatonic scale. This easy five-tone scale is a must for anyone wanting to improvise a melody in rock, blues, jazz or any minor key song. -- Delivered by Feed43 service

Amos Moses - Jerry Reed

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Chart debut year: 1958

Working With Chet Atkins - An Interview With Grammy Winner Steve Wariner

In this in-depth interview, Steve Wariner recalls the details of his working relationship with Chet Atkins. It was a relationship that lasted almost 25 years and influenced Steve deeply. Working intimately with Chet Atkins on the road and in the studio in Nashville, Steve learned musical lessons as well as life lessons from "Mr. Guitar".

Pure Pitch Method - How to Choose the Right Ear Training Course

There are so many ear training courses available at the moment, how can you tell which one's really work? Read on to find out what to look out for in an ear training course and why I recommend the pure pitch method.

How to Find the Best DJ Equipment

It is best to shop for DJ CD equipment deals on the net because of a wider choice range of products, all brands are available, reviews on almost all equipments are posted which can help in deciding whether one is worth buying, and there is a better chance of getting the equipment you want down to the minute specifics you have in mind without hurting your pocket. And it is in eBay where the best deals are.

Popular DJ Equipment Brands

When it comes to DJ equipments, a few brands come to mind. The ones that are most popular Numark, American DJ Supply, Pioneer, Denon, Gemini, Odyssey, Stanton, M-Audio and Chauvet. These are the brands to look for when investing in DJ equipments.

The Kenny Chesney Newsletter Aug 08

In a recent interview from his tour bus, Kenny had the following to say about his music. "I don't think that I'm what some of the more traditionalists would call three chords and the truth. The songs that I sing tell stories. I think that they are about real life. I think that they hopefully remind people of their first date, the first kiss, the first time they fell in love, the first time they had their heart broke. I've had people tell me that."

Three Basic Steps to Becoming a Mobile DJ

An introduction to the world of mobile DJing, detailing three important steps in your quest to start a mobile disco service. Learn the ropes from a mobile DJ with over ten years experience.

Sheet Music Theory - Time Signatures

Beginning music students may feel somewhat daunted by learning how to read the time signature on a piece of sheet music. In truth it can be a rather simple process and this article will give you the basics that you need to get started.

The Drum Set - An American Icon

An overview of the place of the drum set in music and in American culture. Includes a summary of drum set components and possible accessories.

Singer-Songwriters Are Experiencing a Comeback in the New Millenium

In the internet age, digital promotion is easier than ever for independent musical artists. This has been a boon for independent singer/songwriters.

The Acoustic Guitar - An Overview

An acoustic guitar is one that relies solely on acoustic methods to project the sound produced by its strings. Interestingly, the term "acoustic guitar" was not coined until the invention of the electric guitar made it necessary to differentiate between the two. Most people are familiar with the appearance of an acoustic guitar.

The Electric Guitar - From Big Band to Rock and Roll

Compared to its acoustic cousin, the electric guitar has a very short history. In modern times, electric guitars are most often associated with genres such as rock and roll, blues rock, and jazz. However, this instrument has its origins in the big band music of the 1930s and 1940s.