Archive for September, 2010

Sugiyama Asks: Why Do People Buy Expensive Guitars?

Tuesday, September 28th, 2010

The less than upbeat state of the world’s economies doesn’t seem to have dampened the widespread interest in vintage guitars; the buying and selling, maybe, the interest, no. For those with the fever who find their guitar budget tightening, Modern Guitars magazine columnist Saiichi Sugiyama reminds us that some vintage instruments have an allure often overshadowed by concerns about investment potential: they play well, sound great, and the ugly ducklings in the category might be a bargain. In his latest article, “Why Do People Buy Expensive Guitars?”, Sugiyama chronicles a shopping expedition in a well-stocked Tokyo guitar store where he meets two old Gibson electrics, one with a broken neck repair, the other a botched converion attempt, and both completely refinished and lacking original parts. Old, yes, collectible, no, but each had a unique charm. More »
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Taylor Guitars Responds to ‘United Breaks Guitars’

Sunday, September 26th, 2010

United Airlines may have reason to sing the blues, but if they are, it’s unlikely they’re playing Taylor guitars. Singer, songwriter and guitarist Dave Carroll’s viral YouTube video “United Breaks Guitars” (close to two million views as of this writing), tells the story of his guitar’s mishandling by United Airline employees and the indifference with which his claim for compensation from United was met. A well-produced and engaging musical rant, the tale’s told with humor while giving voice to a scenario often recounted in the guitar community. Though in 2003 the American Federation of Musicians and the Transportation Security Administration produced an agreement whereby guitars would be considered carry-on luggage, there are restrictions on the size of the case and situations in which airline baggage handlers still come into contact with instruments destined for the cargo hold or passenger compartment. Carroll’s unfortunate experience occurred in 2008 when he and his band, Sons of Maxwell, flew from Halifax, Nova Scotia (Canada) to Omaha, Nebraska, via United Airlines. More »
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Beginner Acoustic Guitar Lessons – Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers – You Don’t Know How it Feels

Sunday, September 26th, 2010

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Blues Guitar Lessons – 2 finger blues rhythm – comping – fender strat – gibson les paul

Sunday, September 26th, 2010

blues masterclass lessons http://www.guitarjamz.com/blues_master_class/

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Blues Lead Guitar Lick Inspired by Jimi Hendrix Taught by Marty Schwartz

Sunday, September 26th, 2010

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How to play lead blues guitar

Sunday, September 26th, 2010

http://www.dolphinstreet.com Learn how to use the A Minor Blues scale to create some good lead blues guitar phrases and ideas. Played by Robert Renman from Dolphinstreet.com

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Artist Creates Custom Guitar Sculptures from Recycled License Plates

Sunday, September 26th, 2010

Cary, North Carolina, resident Peter Geiger has found a way to unite two of his passions, cars and music, by creating actual-sized guitar sculptures that incorporate old automobile license plates. A long time guitar aficionado and car enthusiast, artistic inspiration struck during a home jam session when Geiger’s eyes fell on his own old plates hanging on the wall. Combining elements of both wood and metalworking, Geiger now creates his guitar sculptures for custom orders. Each piece is unique and customers can choose the style and license plates that suit them. “Sometimes people say, ‘I live in Texas and I’m moving to Louisiana. Can you make a guitar with these?’” says Geiger, and he transforms them into a piece of visual art that has special meaning to the customer. “Others” he continues, “bring me their license plates and say, ‘Here, I don’t need them, you use them. Make something special.” More »
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BEGINNER Guitar Lesson/Instruction – Learn Simple Chords!!

Friday, September 24th, 2010

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How to Create Your Own Rock Guitar Solo

Friday, September 24th, 2010

100% FREE GUITAR LESSONS. This guitar lesson shows how to create your very own rock guitar solo, and some tips and ideas to get you started. My guitar lesson website: http://www.bobsguitarlessons.yolasite.com

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How to play lead acoustic blues guitar solo skills lesson and CONTEST

Friday, September 24th, 2010

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In this lesson we teach some killer blues guitar licks using the minor pentatonic scale in the key of E – check it out!

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