Articles and Interviews

Choosing Your Guitar

• How to Choose the Right Guitar
• What You Must Know Before Buying Your First Guitar
• What Size Guitar Is Right for Me or My Child?
• Should I Buy an Electric or Acoustic Guitar?
• Should I Choose a Nylon or Steel String Acoustic Guitar?
• Why You Should Consult a Teacher Before Buying a Guitar
• Criteria for Choosing Your First Guitar
• The Systemic Problem: Why is it difficult to find the right guitar?

Learning to Play Your Guitar

• How Do I Choose the Right Music Teacher?
• Three Essentials for Learning the Guitar
• Why Should I Support Music Study?
• Helping Your Child Practice
• Helpful Hints for Successful Practice

Cleaning and Caring for Your Guitar

• Is Your Instrument Cracking Up?
• What Is Fret Buzz, and Should I Be Worried About It?
• Adjustments: Why They Are Sometimes Necessary