Let’s play guitar! Learning to play the guitar is an invigorating and satisfying instrument to play when you know how to play and can do it well. Often, we try to teach ourselves or find the wrong teacher and either way we lose interest and move onto something else. If you want to learn to […]
What to look for in a guitar teacher Finding guitar lessons in Philadelphia can be a daunting task if you don’t know what to look for in a teacher. When you are beginning your journey to learn guitar, you know very little about the instrument other than the desire to learn how to play. This […]
Rock and Roll is Good for the Soul! Learning to play guitar is a great idea for anyone who wants to learn musicality. It is one of the most versatile and important instruments in modern music. When you think of good old-fashioned rock and roll you aren’t thinking of a violin player, you are thinking […]
David Joel: A guitar teacher in Philadelphia with experience If you are looking for a guitar teacher in Philadelphia look no further than David Joel. The David Joel Guitar Studio is where students old and young, beginner or experienced can go to learn or master their skills. David has an unequivocal way of teaching and […]
A brief history of the guitar and its popularity today There are so many famous guitarists who grew up and learned their craft in Philadelphia, a city that has always been part of the music scene. Did you know that Jim Croce was born in Philly? So was Joan Jett. Otis Rush, Kevin Eubanks, David […]
Why Guitar? Why not guitar! The guitar is one of the most popular and widely used instruments. Many people choose to learn guitar because not only is it one of the most popular and totally cool, it is approachable, portable, forgiving and flexible. When you consider what instrument you want to learn, take these tips […]
How often should you take guitar lessons? Congratulations! You have picked out a beautiful guitar and found a fantastic guitar teacher in Philadelphia. The journey to becoming a great guitar player has begun! But, how often should you take guitar lessons? Mastering the guitar requires not only skill but also, practice. You must use your […]
The Hidden Benefits of Learning Guitar: Mind, Body and Soul, from a master guitar teacher in Philadelphia A lot of research has been done regarding the benefits of learning to play a musical instrument, such as the guitar. It is a known fact that the more you learn and practice something, the better you become. […]
Guitar Exercises Learning to play the guitar can be both a fun and daunting experience. It takes dedication and devotion to learn the instrument and if you are older and experiencing lessons for the first time, you may find it harder to stay focused. But, anyone can learn to play the guitar and the patience […]
The Guitar Studio In this day and age, we find anything we need off the Internet. YouTube is a world of how to’s and instructional videos to learn just about anything. While it is inevitably a true time saver, the human touch is still largely needed in order to fully achieve anything in life, including […]
Philadelphia guitar lessons for beginners Like anything new, learning to play guitar can be a daunting process. Fortunately, there are many amazing teachers out there who are qualified to help you. Finding the right one and then actually taking the lessons are the hardest considerations. Once these two tasks are complete, you fall in love […]
Back to School with Guitar Lessons in Philadelphia It is that time of year when school is back in full swing. Kids are adjusting to new teachers, sometimes a new school, and get involved in extracurricular activities. The first few weeks are critical to a child’s agenda. They sign up for soccer or hockey, dance […]
Teaching yourself how to play guitar can actually be preventing you from getting better! If you have taught yourself how to play guitar, congratulations! If you’ve hit a brick wall with your teachings, we’re sorry. Understanding why this is happening is as important as figuring out how to fix it. This is happening because you […]
What to ask your potential guitar teacher So you’ve decided you want to learn guitar. It’s never too late to learn anything and guitar lessons are no exception. Once you’ve made this decision, the next step is finding the right person to teach you. Not all guitar teachers are equal and the difference between understanding […]
Practice makes perfect! You know the old adage “practice makes perfect.” You’ve probably heard your mother or grandmother say that to you about many facets in your life. The truth is, strong dedication to anything in life is the only way to achieve our goals. So in a sense practice does make perfect. When it […]
Why playing guitar positively affects your well-being There are many reasons to learn guitar. You have that burning desire to be heard and admired for a skill not many can achieve. Aside from wanting to be adored by millions of fans, there are other reasons why people want to play guitar. It can actually positively […]
If you study the guitar, you’ll discover the process of acquiring a new instrument to be a very exciting and perhaps confusion at the same time. Taking some time to learn more about your prospective investment will enable you to make a more educated decision which could save you money and give you a stronger perspective […]
The Benefits of Music Lessons for Children and Young Adults Between academics and sports, your children’s lives are pretty hectic. Sports are great for keeping them active. It teaches them about sportsmanship and having an activity they will hopefully continue to do. But creatively, you want to make sure they are using other talents to […]
Famous musicians who took guitar lessons – part three In this final installment of famous musicians who took guitar lessons, it is important to understand that musicians are a special breed of people. They are not only talented and creative, but they never stop learning. They are constantly absorbing new information, processing it and turning […]
Famous Musicians Who Took Guitar Lessons – Part Two There is a certain level of pride that many musicians feel when they say they are self-taught on guitar. The truth of the matter is, we all learn from somewhere. It could be a video, a friend, music school or a combination of all of these […]
What Are Musical Fundamentals? Part #1 What is a fundamental? It is defined by merriam-webster.com as “of or relating to the basic structure or function of something.” Musical fundamentals are those elements which pertain to playing or creating music needing to be in place in order to guarantee a strong level of success or accomplishment. […]
Famous Musicians Who Took Guitar Lessons -Part One When you are first starting out as a musician, the most important thing to know is to not be discouraged by your progress. If you don’t catch on very quickly, you will eventually get the hang of it. Every famous musician started from the beginning, right where […]
The Basics of Improvisation Many guitarists learn to play solo by mimicking technical licks and riffs from their favorite artists into their own playing while adding their own personal style. The result of this approach is that they learn to improvise this particular style of playing but they lack the technical understanding of why these […]
If you’re living in or around Northeast Philadelphia and are contemplating taking guitar lessons, take a look at what David Joel has to offer. The better the guitar teacher, i.e. the more learned, practiced, willing to help, understanding, greater level of aforethought in preparation and of course patience, the better the potential for the student […]
Guitar Lessons – Class is in session! There is no better way to learn to play guitar than with an experienced guitar teacher. It can be mundane to learn about something you have no interest in. It can also be mundane to learn about something you are passionate about if you aren’t being taught correctly. […]
You’ve heard the words “Music Theory” referred throughout the Philadelphia Guitar Lessons website, but what exactly is Music Theory? Music theory is the area of music in which one learns and applies the key ideas and concepts that show a musician why music works the way it does. It provides understanding of music so that […]
Do I need guitar lessons? A general rule of thumb for anyone wanting to pick up the guitar, whether for the very first time or to relearn, is that lessons are always a good idea. It doesn’t mean you shouldn’t educate yourself through books, video and online. But along with all of that, especially in […]
Anyone seeking guitar lessons or wanting to study guitar in Philadelphia, is demanding a level of improvement in their life regarding creativity, self expression, the communication of sharing their ideas with others or simply wanting to have the fun of learning the guitar. If the person really wants to make a go of it playing […]
Relearn the Guitar! Taking guitar lessons isn’t just for beginners. It is also for everyone who wants to advance his or her craft and reach a further understanding of the instrument. Maybe you once knew how to play. And then life got in the way. Marriage, career, kids. The guitar just seemed like something you […]
Why Choose David Joel As Your Guitar Instructor? Part #1 What is it you would like to learn to play on the guitar? On what kinds of music do you thrive? What are the dream songs or solos you would like to play? What abilities would you like to gain or foster? If you are […]