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How Piano-Based Music Theory Holds Guitarists Back

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Guitar and piano are completely different instruments — but for decades, guitarists have been forced to learn music theory like pianists. That’s like learning to drive a motorcycle using a car manual. This article explores why traditional theory doesn’t match the layout of the fretboard, and how switching to a guitar-first approach can dramatically speed … Read more

Why Guitarists Learn Theory Faster Without Notation

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If you’ve struggled to “get” music theory as a guitarist, you’re not alone — and you’re not broken. The problem isn’t you. It’s that theory is too often taught using piano-based notation that doesn’t fit the fretboard. In fact, more and more modern players are discovering that you can learn faster when you ditch sheet … Read more