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Buying Your First Guitar
So you’ve decided to buy your first guitar. That’s a solid choice. Whether you’re inspired by music you love or just want something creative to get into, starting is simpler than it looks. Before you buy, it helps to understand a few basics like size and the type of guitar that suits you. Choosing the Right Size Guitars come in different sizes, and this matters more than most beginners expect. A guitar that feels too large or awkward will make learning harder than it needs to
johncalcott
7 days ago3 min read


Playing with Others
Learning guitar on your own is a great start, but playing with other people is where things really come alive. Joining a band or even just jamming with others can push your skills forward faster than practicing alone. It can feel intimidating at first, but it is one of the most rewarding steps you can take as a musician. Why Playing With Others Matters When you play alone, you control everything. The tempo, the mistakes, the pauses. As soon as you play with others, you have t
johncalcott
May 13 min read


Learning to Read Music
One of the most common questions guitar players ask is whether sight reading is actually worth the effort. Some players treat it as an essential skill while others build entire careers without it. The truth is somewhere in the middle. Sight reading is not required for every guitarist but it can be a very useful skill depending on your goals. What is sight reading? Sight reading is the ability to play music from written notation in real time without needing to memorise it or h
johncalcott
Apr 163 min read
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