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Engines of Creation |
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By Alex Jasperse
© 2007-2008, Alex Jasperse. All Rights Reserved. Used By Permission (Please do not reprint without asking permission!)
From its beginning as a laughable piece of wood with strings, to becoming the
foundation of all things worthy of rocking out to, the guitar has come to
represent one of the most important engines of creation in music history.
However, learning it and taking the most from it, is nothing short of an
uphill climb that never seems to end. The sheer overload of questions about what
to learn, buy and pay attention to – all in hopes of becoming the greatest
player as possible – can stop a guitarist's musical progression dead in their
tracks. Every musician, book, magazine and website will tell you something
different, which leaves many of us scratching our heads just trying to figure
out what we really want to achieve.
After nearly five years of
practicing, performing and teaching, I've had a lot of "why didn't anyone say
that from the beginning!?" or "what do you mean I can't do that!?" moments. As a
result, Engines of Creation is a
collection of articles and lessons aimed at presenting both familiar and
unfamiliar tips and techniques towards approaching the guitar.
How to Ask a Question |
A short bio
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Articles:
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Playing with Uncommon Arpeggios -
The next step in stretching your fingers a little bit more.
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What the Effects? -
A quick look at the pros and cons of three types of guitar effects units that exist.
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Why Not Globalize the Guitar? -
Ever thought about making music with someone from a different end of the globe? Why not? If you have some basic recording gear, and a willingness to learn, maybe it's time to explore the range of options you have...
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Crazy Little Word Called “Shred” -
How the need for speed has somehow become how we define a good guitarist.
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Fretboard Travels -
A concise tried and tested travel guide to warm up exercises on the guitar.
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Q&A:
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short bio:
At the tender age of 20, Alex Jasperse has dedicated most of his life to his love affair with music. After playing trombone in a number of award winning jazz and concert bands in Ottawa, he picked up guitar in early 2002, and by 2005 was teaching at his high school. While currently a full-time student at Carleton University, Alex has become involved in a number of local experimental rock, ambient and synth pop projects, as well as the creation of Bigger Wave Records – a net-label specializing in the promotion of Ottawa-based musicians.
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