The guitar is a very physical instrument. Becoming a great player requires knowledge, creativity and technique. Understanding how to do something doesn’t mean a lot if you can’t execute the riffs and the chords.

Hand strength isn’t something you’re born with – you have to develop it. Just like a sport that takes specific skills but still requires physical training. I’m sure you realize that it takes a lot of physical training. So does the guitar! But how do you develop your hands?

After many years of teaching and research, I’ve organized a series of exercises that will not only develop speed but will also develop coordination and endurance.

The six volumes of this series are based on a set of six motion principles. These moves are indispensable if you really want to bring your playing to a new level.

This first volume will get you started in the right direction. Download it today or grab the hard copy! Or you might want to check out my Institute of Guitar, where you can access the Guitar Aerobics series in addition to ALL of my training material – learn more here!

Jazz guitarists are, like many other guitar players, obsessed with speed. Although speed is a good measurement of how much you’ve practiced, it’s not a good measurement of how musical you are.

Today’s advice is simple. Remember that whole notes , half notes, dotted half notes and quarter notes are not only permitted in guitar solos but are actually desirable.

Rhythmic variety is an important tool in making a guitar solo interesting.

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