Guitar Nine Columns

Kole goes beyond rut-busting, with tips on how to surpass all ruts.

Music industry guru Christopher Knab tests your knowledge with this insightful, 100 question pop quiz.

Neo-classical guitarist Tom Hess talkes about two components that you must balance in order to enjoy the process of practicing and see consistent progress.

Scott Allen is back talkin` woods, necks and boards.

Dave Issacs is here to help you get back to the basics and improve your playing.

Virtuoso classical guitarist and instructor Jamie Andreas believes it`s easy to memorize pieces, and has even more tips to help the uninitiated.

Exploring a less common approach to two-handed tapping.

How to approach the chromatic scale on the guitar.

Instrumental Rock Addict Eyes Studio Career

Dedicated To Great Progressive Instrumental Music

Malmsteen, Angelo, Stump -- Take Cover!

Millennial, Shred Metal Instrumentals

Guitar Nine Records August-September 2008 newsletter.

It is all about the music, which can be similar to some people, but for me, it`s really different. Also, the attention of the crowd is different. The trio format demands more from each musician as well.

Scott Allen defends the Floyd Rose whammy systems.

Canadian guitarist David Martone gives a heads up on his two latest projects.

Indie marketing guru Tim Sweeney talks about the reality of the "plastic" world.

When Mike Varney got a copy of my mostly acoustic solo record and signed me, he suggested doing more metal. I was thrilled because at that point in time it seemed nobody cared for metal solos.

The fact that downloading is a problem can`t prevent you from doing music. And you are right, a lot of guys are actually releasing their first albums, but that doesn`t mean they are good or different from what`s been done before.

Usually when I work on my own compositions, I immediately follow my instincts, putting down ideas quickly that come from inspiration - without following any set pattern.

I titled my songs to represent varying degrees of thought; for example, "The Afterlife" is a musical speculation on what it would sound like on your spiritual journey to the next world, if there is indeed one!

Great exercises to keep your hands in shape from Mike Campese.

Neo-classical guitarist Tom Hess knows you want a successful, stable and rewarding career as a professional musician.

Taking a much closer look at the `diminished` sound and its theoretical sources.

You don`t always have to fret every note to achieve flashy results.

The first step in improving your playing is to understand the concept of phrasing.

Paul Kleff shows you how to create interesting phrases using basic arpeggio shapes.

Ysrafel`s here to focus on the different types of sweep picking available to the modern guitar player.

Unusual Acoustic/Electric Guitar Duo

Paying Homage To His Guitar Heroes

Dynamic Acoustic Duo

Original Jazz CD Emphasizes Songs

Guitar Nine Records October-November 2008 newsletter.

I tend to discover guitarists that have been there for a long time and have many records, but hadn`t catch my attention until recently, like Derek Trucks or Alex Machacek.

We often cannot pinpoint exactly what it is we like about a certain piece of instrumental music, but the music nonetheless resonates within us on a deep, personal level.

I will be back doing more instructional videos in January with Joe Satriani. I can`t tell you how humbling it is to work with one of your mentors. Simply unbelievable!

Canadian guitarist David Martone shows how it`s possible to make a great video with a small amount of coin.

Neo-classical guitarist Tom Hess is here to help you turn contacts into meaningful connections.

Applying the melodic minor scale to rock music with Mike Campese.

Paul Tauterouff expends on the flash lick concept in Part 2 of the series.

Topics as guitar players we tend to forget, but that are very important as far as making music.

Indie marketing guru Tim Sweeney talks about the relationships between elections, politics, and your music career.