I moved into a new office yesterday in a new building in a new part of town, and I’m energized and excited by the new possibilities that this change will open up. It’s also got me thinking about strategies for growth and success, for you as well as for me. It’s easy enough to agree that […]
Three reasons why everyone should practice scales.
Not everyone wants to be a lead player. And it’s easy to think that the purpose of practicing things like scales is to learn to play lead guitar. There’s some truth to that, but the fact is that everyone can benefit from scale practice. Working the fingers individually builds control and will help make you […]
The Perpetual Beginner: powerful practice tips
Let’s face it, practicing is hard work. It’s hard enough just to get yourself started. It’s no different from all the other things we know would be good for us but never do. But if you would like to play better than you do, it’s essential. So let’s look at how we can get motivated, […]
Weekend Warrior blogs for JamPlay.com
The Weekend Warrior blog at JamPlay.com are on a variety of topics, but each one has a lesson you can master in a weekend. 3 James Taylor fingerstyle intros Spanish Madness: an introduction to classical-style picking Mastering Moveable Chords 3 licks in the style of Jerry Garcia (Grateful Dead) Basic Blues Rhythm 3 licks in the style […]
Riffin’: a video series on creating killer guitar riffs
Riffin’ is a series of lesson videos on using your knowledge of the fretboard to help come up with killer riffs and signature guitar parts. Each lesson focuses on a specific sound: riffs based on different interval types, scalar riffs, and chordal riffs. Check it out on The Punch-In: insight and inspiration for guitar players,
