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Even if you've never picked up a guitar before, you're at the right place! In your first lesson you will learn some easy two note chords and you'll be playing a standard chord progression before you know it.
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Keith Dean - Instructor
Songwriting
In Nashville, lyrics are "king", but spending time focusing on what your song "says" will take your writing to a new level...
Having a hard time coming up with a new melody for your song. Here are some things you can do to try and keep a fresh sound in your music...
In music, there are no rules. But many hit songs follow formulas in their structure that have proven to be successful over and over...
The chorus is what gets the listener's attention. A strong chorus is essential to a great song. Here are some ideas that may help your chorus "soar"...
The inner story of your song takes place in the verses. Tips for developing your storyline, characters and scenes...
Adding a bridge to your song is a great way to "break up the monotony" for the listener and set up the end of your song with a big bang!
Find out what a lift is and why it might be the perfect trick to add to your song. If your transition from verse to chorus is a little dull, check this out...
Songwriters are constantly in an endless pursuit of the next great hook. Here are some things you can do to turn on your "radar" for your next song.
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Guitar Talk
An overview of the various types and styles of guitars and some of the key differences you should know about.
Our popular series of guitar licks and riffs. Our Members Only area is updated weekly!
Various topics and discussions related to guitar playing, from improvising, using a metronome, playing with a capo, and more...
Release your creative juices with these guides on songwriting basics. Learn song structure, lyric and melody creation and more...
Ready to start spreading your wings in a band? Helpful tips and guides from those who've "been there"...
Discussions relating to guitars, amps, effects pedals, cases, stands, cables and how to build a "Guitarist's Survival Kit".
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Guitar Gear Talk
As the Boy Scout motto goes, "be prepared". Here are some things you should consider for your "Survival Kit"...
Tube amp or solid state. Modeling amp, combo, practice amp or stack. Consider these differences before you make the investment...
Not all guitar cables are created equal. Some of the differences and things to think about before buying one.
In the old days a guitar player was forced to tune by ear. Today, digital tuners are easy to use and inexpensive. Everyone should have one...
There are a multitude of guitar effects pedals on the market. Which ones do you really have to have and why...
If you are planning on keeping your guitar for a while or traveling with it, you've got to have a good case. Here is a comparison of styles...
Stands come in all shapes and sizes - and price ranges. Some tips for choosing the right one for your particular situation...
Holidays, birthdays and anniversaries are all good times to ask that special someone for new guitar goodies. Help them by providing a "wish list"...
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Keith Dean
Keith Dean is founder of AdultGuitarLessons.com and a 30 year veteran of stage and studio. He toured extensively as a road musician throughout the US and Europe, was a former lead guitarist for Jason Aldean, and has shared stages with Little Big Town, Wild Rose, Winger, Confederate Railroad and more. He is a published songwriter, owned and operated a successful music store, and has instructed numerous students in guitar.
