Old SwannerNov 15, 20172 minStuck Behind Barres?Fighting for that initial breakthrough is usually the toughest battle; beyond that, progress is always steady and fast.
Old SwannerOct 6, 20175 minFinger Independence, The Holy Grail for Guitarists (3) Stretch & The Double Chromatic.The tensions and sensations you feel in your hand when trying to go faster will be those you've probably encountered many times before
Old SwannerSep 18, 20172 minHow I Learned to Play Guitar in 6 WeeksAlthough mentally I fully understood what to do, the physical side of things was as tough for me as for any beginner I'd ever taught.
Old SwannerAug 1, 20173 minFinger Independence, The Holy Grail for Guitarists (2) Chromatic OctavesThis is a concept equally vital to single string lead playing, and one that's generally poorly covered if at all.
Old SwannerJul 19, 20174 minFinger Independence, The Holy Grail for Guitarists (1) Basic Spider Patterns.I'm talking about physical mechanics, plain and simple. Your hands and fingers are the most important tools of the trade. If they're up to