Sage Music® Blog - Page 20

The elements of music and piano playing

Learn how several of the elements of music relate to playing the piano.

How to Choose an Acoustic Guitar by Body Shape and Size

Learn how to choose an acoustic guitar by the shape of it's body. The shape will affect the guitar's sound, and your comfort in holding it.

Positioning the Body with the Guitar: Four Principles

Many guitarists make a fundamental mistake with the guitar. Instead of fitting the guitar to themselves, they fit themselves to the guitar. Make sure you're well positioned while playing to stay concentrated and play faster, longer, and more accurately!

What Are the Guitar Finger Names?

What are the names of the fingers on the guitar? Knowing how they are labeled will help you read guitar music and guitar tabs.

What does it take to be a good musician?

Knowledge, discipline, dedication, patience, sensitivity, and motivation are what make a good musician.

How to use the Left Hand in Cello Playing

Consider weight, release, and balance when using your left hand in cello playing - this will help you play with ease.

Parts of a Guitar: Body, Neck and Headstock Explained

Don't know what a radius, volute, or golpeador are? Learn all the general and specific parts of acoustic, classical, and electric guitars here.

How to Tune a Guitar: The Tuning Dilemma, Part 1

Tuning the guitar isn't so straight forward, because you can never make it perfect. Learn a new way.

Justin performs Cantilena on guitar

Justin performs a piece he is working on for the classical guitar.