What Kind Of Guitar Should I Buy

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This is certainly one of the most common questions that I hear from people who are interested in learning to play the guitar. My answer to this is simple but I will go into detail so that you can make a well-informed decision when it comes time to pick up your first axe. So the quick and easy answer is……. “Buy a guitar that is going to make you want to Play and Practice!” This sounds simple enough and to be honest, it is as easy as it sounds. Now let me elaborate on this idea and give you some…

Blog, Guitar Setup, Maintenance & Gear 0

How To Write A 16 Bar Guitar Solo

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I have a really cool lesson to show you today where we are going to go over how you can write a 16 bar guitar solo! We are going to use some familiar backing tracks and dig into how you can sculpt out your lead playing to be more interested and fun to play! New Jam Track With Bass Line! This is the main jam track you hear in the video. The track is in the key of B minor and the tempo is set at 110 Bpm. If your just starting out, try using the Minor Pentatonic Scale starting…

Blog, Guitar Theory 6

Asturias Guitar Lesson – Metronome and Melody Practice

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In this video I show you the intro to a classical piece called “Asturias” by Issac Albeniz. I use this song to create a lesson about focusing on melody and using a metronome. This is an Awesome piece of music that I have committed learning. Check it out and I’ll keep you up to date on the progress. There are many classical guitarists who play and perform this piece but my favorite is John Williams. Go here to see an amazing performance of it: http://youtu.be/wDAHl54V0CU

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Outside Jam Session and Lesson

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In this video I am going show you 3 really awesome rhythms that I am working on writing that are awesome to jam to. I’ve included the Jam Tracks below so be sure to check them out and use them to practice your leads and soloing! Jam Tracks! These tracks are in the key of B minor and the tempo is set at 110 Bpm: Jam Track #1: http://rgpvideos.s3.amazonaws.com/Extras/Jamtrack1.mp3 Jam Track #2 http://rgpvideos.s3.amazonaws.com/Extras/Jamtrack2.mp3 Jam Track #3 http://rgpvideos.s3.amazonaws.com/Extras/Jamtrack3.mp3

Blog, Guitar Practice Ideas 8

Back Pocket Band Review

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In this video I give a review of Back Pocket Band by Hearandplay.com. This is an awesome new software that is going to make practicing a ton of fun! Click on the following video to see me using Back Pocket Band and show you all the cool things it can do! To check out Back Pocket Band, click on the following link: https://www.rockguitarpower.com/go/backpocketband

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Manhattan Part 2 – Solo And Speed Lesson

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It’s Time To Shred! I’ve been cranking away at learning the solo to Manhattan and have it down pretty good. Because this is such a cool solo to play and because the solo lines in it are a great example to use for teaching how to play fast intricate lines, I create a new video showing my progress but also giving you an in-depth lesson on how to learn very fast solo lines! Enjoy!

Blog, Guitar Tabs & Song Lessons 4

Playing Bass With Teagan & The Tweeds

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I had a blast playing Bass with Teagan & The Tweeds this weekend! This video is from a show we played on 4/16/2011 at Johnny’s Irish Pub in Rochester, N.Y. In it were playing an original tune called “He Gotta Go” To learn more about the BEST band I’ve ever had the pleasure of Recording, Producing, & Playing In, check out their website: http://www.teaganandthetweeds.com

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Mike Deiure Plays Some Piano

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So I got started in music not on guitar but Piano! I played from 2nd grade all the way up until college. I learned a really cool tune by Yanni called “Marching Season” and in this video I make an attempt at playing it for you. Keep in mind I have not played in awhile so my chops were pretty stale. I had access to a really nice keyboard while a band I was working with had their gear in my studio. So check it out….

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