This image is not AI generated :) They say a picture is worth a thousand words. I recently wrote a blog post and included an AI-generated...

Music is social, Music is joy, Music is love! Picture this : A parent drops their 8-year-old off at swimming lessons, waves goodbye, and...

My previous post about musician pay struck a nerve, but the response revealed something deeper—a cultural divide that's been simmering in...

The Local Music Scene's Biggest Problem No One Wants to Talk About Picture this: 100 people pack a St. John's venue, each paying a $15...

"Should I get a traditional amp and pedals, or go with an amp modeler?" I get this question often from students. The answer isn't simple, but I can help you make the right choice for your situation. Learn Traditional Gear First Here's something I tell every student excited about jumping into modelers: learn traditional gear first. Students who understand how a tube amp breaks up or how a vintage fuzz responds to their guitar's volume knob can quickly dial in modeled sounds be

Guitarists love to debate this one—TAB or sheet music? The truth is, both are useful, and learning to read both will make you a stronger,...

Practicing music is very important for musical development and technical ability, but it is not the place where most students learn what...

There are many types, brands, and sizes of guitar strings that we can buy. The first step is knowing which family of strings belongs on...

I get this question often from both students and parents. The truth is that it really doesn’t matter which guitar you decide to start...

Should you use a metronome to practice? Yes! Yes! and YES! 2. Brad, if I turn on a metronome while I practice will my time get better?...

What is the best way to practice? This is a personal question, everybody will learn things differently! We are often told what to...