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The Problem with Learning Guitar Like a Pianist

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Many guitarists feel stuck when trying to learn music theory — not because they’re slow, but because they’re being taught as if their guitar is a piano. That approach just doesn’t work. This article explores why it’s time to stop forcing piano-style methods onto the guitar neck and start learning theory in a way that’s … Read more

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