When people talk about playing slide, the conversation often progresses on to open tunings, heavier strings, and a high action. It’s true that these can make things easier and, in some cases such as ...

Slide into position and try some intonation and vibrato exercises in standard tuning When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. In this ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Billy Gibbons on the tip Buddy Guy gave him after they jammed a T-Bone Walker classic “The sound ...

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Mark Riley picked up his first guitar when he was 12 and now only a few months shy of 60, has never let go. Redmond resident Tom Miller (left) and his instructor Mark Riley jam for a few minutes ...

Trying to learn to play the guitar isn't always fun. The learning curve is notoriously steep—especially at the very beginning. Some days, even picking up your instrument can seem like a pretty ...