by Glen McCarthy | Apr 20, 2014 | Classroom, Education, Principles, Stories, Tips + Tricks, Uncategorized
If you haven’t heard of Bert Jansch, you’re not alone. But many musicians of legendary status call Jansch an inspiration. This finger picking master has influenced the likes of Paul Simon, Jimmy Page, Neil Young and Fleet Foxes, just to name a few. Introduce your...
by Glen McCarthy | Apr 20, 2014 | Classroom, Education, Principles, Stories, Tips + Tricks
One great way to celebrate the guitar and its universal impact on pop culture is through film. You can dust off the DVD player, cue up the Roku or look for clips online. However you experience these great soundtracks, have your class listen in for the type of guitar...
by Glen McCarthy | Apr 6, 2014 | Classroom, Education, Principles, Tips + Tricks
Since its invention the guitar has been a vital part of Spanish-speaking cultures. Today’s Spanish-speaking guitar students have a world of music to explore, and it’s up to you to draw up the map. Here are six ideas to bring Spain into your guitar class. 1. Get back...
by Glen McCarthy | Mar 31, 2014 | Classroom, Education, Principles, Tips + Tricks
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...
by Glen McCarthy | Mar 31, 2014 | Classroom, Education, Gear, Principles, Tips + Tricks
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 guitar...
by Glen McCarthy | Mar 24, 2014 | Classroom, Education, Gear, News, Tips + Tricks
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...
