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Easy Improv: 4 Improv Masters to Inspire Your Class
Improvisation is a fun, freeing way to be musical and guitar is well-suited to the task! But sometimes students become ice sculptures when asked to improvise. They might have some performance anxiety or feel like they’re bound to a certain style. One way to inspire...
4 Reasons to Add Classroom Guitar
There are any number of reasons for teachers to start a guitar program; number one on the list is getting more students to become music makers. But what about convincing your principal that classroom guitar is a great idea. 1. $how Me the Money!!! Setting up a...
Storing Guitars in the Classroom – No Longer a Problem
In the last 10 years, not only has the guitar gained popularity amongst the general public who play or want to learn to play this fine stringed instrument; the guitar has experienced unprecedented growth in classroom instructional programs within America's schools....
Seriously Scary Guitar Class
What was that dark shadow? Did you hear that piercing screech?! You don’t need an excuse like Halloween to plan a scary guitar class. Having a scary themed concert is sure to perk up even the most listless student and focus your lesson. Here’s how to make it...
TGW Webinar I – Download the Recording
It's finally here! You can download the recording of the first Teaching Guitar Workshops Webinar, "Outfitting Your Classroom Guitar Program for Success", hosted by Glen McCarthy. Click here to Download:...
Plan a Grassroots Guitar Program
You have decided to start a guitar program in your school, but your administrators look at you like your from Mars when you tell them you want a classroom full of guitar players. No one said this was going to be easy; fortunately one of the greatest things about...
Songs That Showcase Capos
Q. Can you think of popular songs that showcase the aesthetic benefits of using a capo? A. It’s exciting for budding guitarists to incorporate new techniques and accessories – especially when it’s something they see their musical heroes using. One of these is the...
6 Great Apps for Practicing Guitar
One of the most frustrating things about being a guitar educator is getting your students to practice. It might sound counterintuitive, but the biggest distraction, smartphones, might be your best friend. Check out these great apps for practicing. 1. JamStar...
Educator-Friendly Online Music Retailers
Music educators and music shops have a symbiotic relationship, but what happens when music educators go online? We asked classroom guitar teachers about educator-friendly online music retailers and the same ideas (and shops) kept surfacing. First: What are you...
Finding Your Beat: Drum Machines for Guitar Class
Hey, remember the metronome? Sure, it helps everybody learn to obey rhythm (one of the musts of playing any musical instrument – especially in an ensemble), but you’ll probably reach for an alternative that works great for guitar class: a drum machine. Not sure...
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