Thursday Tip
Learn about amplifier options for your gigs. A lightweight portable amplifier can he helpful when playing at a larger venue, like a coffee shop, etc., because it will deliver a greater sound output and is easily transportable ~ as explained and demonstrated in this Acoustic Guitar article. You’ll likely ‘dig’, an amp for your gig!
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Marlene
An amplifier can bring out more of your beautiful music. There are many great amps, large and small, that will help highlight and embellish your sounds including this new, easy to use Tonewood attachable amp.
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Marlene
Effective practice time can make all the difference. Your 30 Day Practice Challenge (last Thursday’s Tip) might be more productive using some or all of these 7 simple tips. I really like the last one on the list!!!
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Marlene
Fact: we’re better guitar players when we practice, but we get busy… So here’s how to make it a habit; schedule the same 30 minutes each day to play your guitar, block that time on your daily calendar and ~ this is the important part ~ stick with it for 30 days*. Become a creature of (guitar) habits!
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Marlene
*As described in this Ted Talks video, you can turn an activity into a habit by sustained daily repetition.
Strengthen your fretting hand with dexterity exercises. There are a few exercises you can do to improve your fingering abilities on the neck and this one using a rubber band is quite innovative. ‘Expand’ your playing possibilities!
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Marlene
Learn all you can about guitars. If you’re in or near Nashville this summer the Gallery of Iconic Guitars at Belmont University is a must see. The exhibit includes dozens of vintage guitars, some dating as far back as 1887, and you can even play them. It’s a hands-on learning experience in Music City!
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Marlene
Celebrate the 4th of July by playing patriotic songs. These 5 prideful American themed songs, ranging from pop, to country, to traditional, would be a great addition to your 4th of July festivities. It’s a 242nd birthday party play list!
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Marlene
Today is Make Music Day ~ a global celebration of music ~ and you can join the fun! All you need to do is find an event location on the Make Music Day website, grab your guitar, go to the event and have fun making music with other people. It’s a great way to ring in the Summer Solstice!
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Marlene
Too dry? Too humid? Both can harm your guitar, so keep the RH (relative humidity) within the correct range. It’s pretty easy to do and it’s SUPER important, so here’s how to get the job done Guitar care ~ it’s all relative!
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Marlene
Don’t sweat the effects of heat on your guitar. Summer = heat = our guitars can be compromised, so these helpful tips from Gibson Guitar can prevent your guitar (and you!) from unnecessary suffering. As the late, great Glenn Frey put it ~ The Heat is On.
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Marlene