Article 2 – Carlos Santana – blend Dorian The Pentatonic Scale is the holy grail for guitarists. It’s easy to play and it sounds amazing. This series will show you how to get the most out of our favourite scale, and how making small modifications will get you sounding like the pros and their signature sound. […]
Repair Log – 1996 Fender Pro Junior valve amplifier Terry Relph-Knight copyright reserved. The Pro Junior is a 15W combo amplifier with two 12AX7 dual triode valves and a pair of EL84’s in push pull for the output. The power transformer is rated for 230V and a solid state rectifier produces around +319V for the […]
The slammed stop bar myth and movement in Tune-O-Matic bridges by Terry Relph-Knight 27/02/18, copyright retained This idea, that a screwed down stop tailpiece transfers vibration to the body and provides more sustain is an evil meme. It is perhaps something that some guitar journalist, who didn’t understand physics, wrote in some popular guitar magazine […]
Rolling Stones London Stadium 22nd May 2018 As a 25 year old, I was quite astounded when Sir Mick told me how he and the boys started “at the Marque Club in 1962”. That’s 56 years ago. My lifetime,doubled, and then some. And it really was an evening of numbers. 6 decades of shows, 300 birthdays, […]
Indie = Psychedelia in 2018 by Peter Marchant In 2014 I was introduced to my friend’s new boyfriend who was a massive fan of ‘psych’ music, especially one band in particular: ‘The Brian Jonestown Massacre’. I had played guitar in ‘indie’ and ‘pop’ bands for my entire performing life and yet I somehow managed to […]
Learn to solo like… Angus Young (AC/DC) PART 1 / 4 : Minor and major pentatonic scales One of the key components in the music of AC/DC are the instantly recognizable, crazy guitar solos. Angus Young has got a few tricks he will constantly use to achieve this classic hard rock sound. In part 1, […]
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Harmonising the major scale As we all know, the major scale plays a central role in Western music. Almost all of the music we listen to relates to the major scale in one way or another and it is the mother of all of the most common chords and modes that we deal with as […]
Guitar Lessons Crouch End – Master the Guitar with Expert Instructors! Ready to unlock your full musical potential? At Guitar Lessons Crouch End, we offer tailored lessons for beginners and advanced players alike, ensuring you receive the best guitar instruction in London. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills, our highly […]
JASON ISBELL AND THE 400 UNIT GIG REVIEW Currently touring throughout Europe, LGA reviewer, Paul Wood caught Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit on their last UK date at the Symphony Hall in Birmingham. Jason Isbell has been recording and touring with steadily increasing acclaim since his departure from the Drive By Truckers in 2007. His […]
