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by GrapeCrusher
Sun Sep 20, 2026 5:05 pm
Forum: Musician Lounge – General Music Chat
Topic: Struggling with Sheet Music - Any Tips?
Replies: 6
Views: 88

Struggling with Sheet Music - Any Tips?

Hey everyone,

I've been playing guitar for a few years now, mostly by ear and using tabs, but I've recently realised that I’m missing out on a lot by not being able to read sheet music. I want to improve my skills and dive deeper into music theory, but honestly, the idea of learning to read music ...
by GrapeCrusher
Sun Sep 20, 2026 2:03 pm
Forum: Musician Lounge – General Music Chat
Topic: Exploring Alternate Tunings for Songwriting
Replies: 3
Views: 50

Exploring Alternate Tunings for Songwriting

Hey everyone, I’ve been stuck in a bit of a songwriting rut lately and I’m considering trying out some alternate tunings to spark my creativity. I usually stick to standard tuning or drop D, but I’ve heard that different tunings can really change the way you hear chords and melodies. I’m curious ...
by GrapeCrusher
Tue May 05, 2026 7:47 am
Forum: Beginner Guitar Lessons & Help
Topic: How long should I practice D.E.A. and (m) chords before moving on?
Replies: 13
Views: 697

How long should I practice D.E.A. and (m) chords before moving on?

I'm learning guitar online and so far, so good, but I need some advice on how long to stick with these chords before I move on.
by GrapeCrusher
Mon Apr 27, 2026 9:11 am
Forum: Musician Lounge – General Music Chat
Topic: how can do i use outside notes
Replies: 11
Views: 398

how can do i use outside notes

i have no clue how to use it but i wanna use it similar how alot of other jazz players do it
by GrapeCrusher
Mon Apr 20, 2026 2:06 pm
Forum: Beginner Guitar Lessons & Help
Topic: Struggling with finger exercises – need advice to improve faster
Replies: 11
Views: 470

Struggling with finger exercises – need advice to improve faster

I’ve been learning guitar on my own for about 3 weeks now and practicing daily. I mostly do basic finger exercises (like 1-2-3-4 on each string), but I’m not seeing much improvement in speed or accuracy. My fingers don’t always land properly, and sometimes the notes don’t sound clean. It feels like ...
by GrapeCrusher
Tue Apr 07, 2026 7:07 am
Forum: Guitar Techniques, Exercises & Practice Tips
Topic: Holding Pick Wrong?
Replies: 8
Views: 472

Holding Pick Wrong?

Everyone i have asked have guided me to holding the pick this way but when i strum i hit my first finger off the string and it bruises me just under the nail! Is this normal and something you get used to or is this the wrong way?
by GrapeCrusher
Mon Apr 06, 2026 11:50 am
Forum: Musician Lounge – General Music Chat
Topic: Small habits that made you a better musician?
Replies: 12
Views: 516

Small habits that made you a better musician?

I've tried to be more consistent with my practice and I've realized that sometimes small habits make all the difference. Recording myself frequently helped me notice mistakes I didn't see while playing. It's a little awkward, but very useful.
by GrapeCrusher
Tue Mar 31, 2026 9:38 am
Forum: Beginner Guitar Lessons & Help
Topic: Struggling with Guitar Progression - Need Help!
Replies: 1
Views: 433

Struggling with Guitar Progression - Need Help!

Hey,

I know you probably read this question a lot.

I am a self taught guitarist. I am learning for about 1 1/2 year now exclusively on electric.

I started out using Justin guitars website. And quickly picked up open chords, some very basic strumming, power chords, pentatonic scale positions 1 ...