Hybrid Picking Guitar: The Complete Beginner-to-Advanced Guide (Exercises, Techniques & Licks) By James Stratton © 4/6/2026 What Are the Benefits of Hybrid Picking? Hybrid picking offers several advantages that make it one of the most valuable techniques a guitarist can learn. Increased Speed and Efficiency Because multiple fingers can attack different strings simultaneously, hybrid picking […]
The Ultimate 20-Week Beginner Guitar Learning Journey: From Zero to Hero Learn Guitar Step by Step — Even If You’ve Never Played Before Written By James Stratton 18/5/2026 There’s something unforgettable about picking up a guitar for the first time. The strings feel unfamiliar, your fingers stumble awkwardly, and every chord seems impossible. But then […]
The Art of the Invisible Hand: Mastering Muting for Precision and Groove Master guitar muting techniques for cleaner, groovier playing. Learn left-hand and right-hand muting, fix common mistakes, and discover how silence shapes tone and rhythm. Perfect for funk, rock, and jazz guitarists What Makes Muting the Secret Weapon of Great Guitarists Every great guitarist […]
10 Things Every Beginner Guitarist Needs to Know & How to Sing and Play Guitar at the Same Time Learn guitar faster with our ultimate beginner guide. Discover 10 essential guitar tips, 10 singing-and-playing strategies, and simple rhythm techniques to boost your skills. Perfect for beginner guitarists and those learning to sing and play at […]
What Makes the Ultimate Guitar Teacher? A Compassionate and Technical Guide to Finding—and Becoming—the Best When it comes to learning guitar, the person guiding you can make all the difference. An exceptional guitar teacher doesn’t just know chords and scales—they ignite passion, instil discipline, and adapt their methods to suit every student’s goals and challenges. […]
Mastering Lead Guitar: Going Beyond Pentatonic Scales for Expressive Playing Are you ready to start Mastering Lead Guitar and rapidly improve your guitar playing to the next level? Many guitarists begin their improvisational journey by mastering the pentatonic scales, but once you feel comfortable with these five-note scales, it’s time to broaden your musical horizons. The […]
The Ultimate Guide to Maximizing Your Guitar Practice: A Step-by-Step Plan to Achieve Your Goals Learning to play the guitar can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life. Whether you’re a beginner eager to play your favorite songs or an experienced player looking to refine your skills, the key to success lies in […]
Acoustic Techniques: How to Rock Unplugged Ah the acoustic guitar: a campfires best friend. Servant to the troubadour, and sufferer of the Wonderwall covers. Its safe to say that acoustic guitar certainly has a lot of negative press going for it. Well not necessarily negative, just not cool. The electric guitar has chunky riffs, picks […]
The Best Guitar Lessons in Queens Park, London Start Playing the Guitar You’ve Always Wanted in Queens Park, NW6 Tired of endless YouTube tutorials and practice sessions that never seem to click?At LGA, we make learning the guitar fun, focused, and effective — right here in Queens Park, NW6. Whether you’re a complete beginner who’s […]
Maida Vale guitar lessons -Guitar Lessons Maida Vale, Queenspark, Kilburn, Paddington, St John’s Wood London Welcome to Guitar Lessons London. we’ve been a guitar teacher in London for over 17 years. Guitar Lessons London teach private guitar classes in London. Our location is close to the Maida Vale, Queenspark, Kilburn, Paddington, St John’s Wood and surrounding London areas. If […]
