Whether you want to play lead or rhythm, you need to get your picking technique together. We show you how... “Picking the strings, then. Up or down - that’s got to be it, surely?” Essentially, yes.

“Okay, lead guitar. I know what that is. It’s when you play solos instead of chords and rhythm. Am I right?” That’s right. There’s a lot to learn though so it’s important to cover some basics. Whereas ...

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Two popular beginner music classes aimed at busy adults are being offered online through Waconia Community Education, giving participants a fast and accessible way to start playing piano or guitar.

If you're starting out with guitar, you're probably wondering, "How long until I can play a song?" or "When will I sound like those YouTube tutorials?" Learning the guitar doesn’t happen overnight, ...

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