2011 December

I for one have always marveled at technology and how it can change so rapidly! I remember the invention of the VCR, the CD, the DVD, and each new advancement was a huge leap forward.

Guitar Zen: Technology Connecting You to Your Roots!

December 30, 2011

I for one have always marveled at technology and how it can change so rapidly! I remember the invention of the VCR, the CD, the DVD, and each new advancement was a huge leap forward.

blue fire, drum machine, iPhone, mac computer, Pro Tools, Satriani

Why not revisit some hysterical and entertaining movies that rock. Here are five films guaranteed to bring a smile to any guitarists....

Five Classic Guitar Films That Rock!

December 28, 2011

Why not revisit some hysterical and entertaining movies that rock. Here are five films guaranteed to bring a smile to any guitarists….

Guitars, Humor

Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, Crossroads, School of Rock, The Pick of Destiny, This is Spinal Tap

Every morning, I challenge myself to write a modal study. You should try it out for yourself! The basic idea is to push the envelope and discover chord progressions that aren't generic but still catchy.

Modal Study of the Week: C# Mixolydian from the Parent Key of F# Major

December 26, 2011

Every morning, I challenge myself to write a modal study. You should try it out for yourself! The basic idea is to push the envelope and discover chord progressions that aren’t generic but still catchy.

Features, Guitar Lessons

C# Mixolydian, Key of F#, Mixolydian, Modal Study, Modes

Many great bands feature amazing musicians and if you had to narrow it down to just one amazing guitarist and bassist duo, who would it be?

SMG Poll: Who’s Your Favorite Guitarist/Bassist Duo?

December 21, 2011

Many great bands feature amazing musicians and if you had to narrow it down to just one amazing guitarist and bassist duo, who would it be?

Features, Polls

Eric Clapton, Flea, Geddy Lee, Jimi Hendri, Joe Satriani, Paul McCartney

The holidays are upon us, here are five gift idea's that any guitar player just might like!

Five Last Minute Gift Idea’s for Guitar Players that Won’t Break the Bank!

December 20, 2011

The holidays are upon us, here are five gift idea’s that any guitar player just might like!

Gear, General, Guitars

AmpliTube iRig, Flipper Guitar Spatula, Guitarbud, Hercules Stand, Pedal Juice

Follow along with Robert Johnston and print up the music below. Go ahead and grab your axe and practice these three exercises to get the blues flowing!

SMG Guitar Lesson #22: Learning
The Blues – Lesson 1 of 10

December 19, 2011

Follow along with Robert Johnston and print up the music below. Go ahead and grab your axe and practice these three exercises to get the blues flowing!

Features, Guitar Lessons

blues lesson, guitar community, Guitar Lesson, learning the blues, Robert Johnston