ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Stefan Joubert manager of London Guitar Institute is passionate about adult education. He believes that absolutely anyone can learn to play the guitar and it is just a matter of getting good education and getting started.
There is a moment most guitarists recognise. A phrase that felt comfortable at a moderate tempo starts to fall apart the instant you push the metronome up a few clicks, or the moment the …
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Learning complete songs is one of the most rewarding parts of learning the guitar. Beginners often spend much of their early practice time working on chords, scales and technical exercises, but songs reveal how …
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Acoustic guitar tone is often discussed in terms of wood, strings, body shape and construction. All of these matter, but they are only part of the picture. The player’s touch has an equally important …
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Learning the guitar fretboard can feel overwhelming at first, with six strings, repeated notes and multiple playing positions to navigate. Many adult learners become comfortable with chord shapes and scales but still struggle to …
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Reaching the halfway point of 2026 is an ideal time to reflect on your musical development. Progress on the guitar is not measured only by the number of songs you have learnt, but also …
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Many guitarists assume that playing fast is simply a matter of moving the fingers more quickly. In reality, speed is often the result of efficiency rather than effort. One of the most effective ways …
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We’re honoured to shine a light on Dave Barlow Guitar, a Surrey-based workshop known for its practical expertise, honest advice and dedicated support for guitarists and musicians. Behind the name is Dave Barlow, a …
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We are delighted to shine a light on Minorfret Guitar Repairs, a North London workshop dedicated to the care, repair and maintenance of guitars with precision, experience and musical understanding. Behind Minorfret Guitar Repairs …
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We’re honoured to shine a light on The Vintage Instrument Workshop, a respected London workshop dedicated to the repair, restoration, maintenance and authentication of vintage stringed instruments. Behind the workshop is Gerald Gill — …
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Many guitarists begin by learning chord shapes, scales, riffs and songs, often before studying much theory. This is a natural and practical way to start, but over time, deeper questions usually appear: why do …
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We’re honoured to shine a light on West Valley Guitars, a boutique guitar workshop known for its beautifully hand-built electric guitars, thoughtful design and exceptional attention to playability. Behind the name is Josh Stopford, …
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Many guitarists spend years collecting shapes. For many players, the more patterns they learn, the more confused they become. They may know where to place their fingers, but not always why those notes work, …
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