by Lou Larson | Dec 2, 2019 | Uncategorized
I found out today I was voted best guitar teacher in Cincinnati. I have received this or similar awards for consecutive years since 2009. That’s 10 years in a row. I am passionate about teaching, and strive to offer the absolute highest quality classes....
by Lou Larson | Dec 2, 2019 | Uncategorized
I get a lot of questions about learning strumming techniques. I often use this book https://amzn.to/37YqH0f It introduces basic open position chords, and we can start with fundamental strumming technique for chords. Learning to how to square the pick, and...
by Lou Larson | Nov 23, 2019 | Uncategorized
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by Lou Larson | Nov 23, 2019 | Uncategorized
I just discovered these new sculpted Primtone Guitar Picks, they sound great, and are perfect size for really fast playing. If you have been struggling to increase your picking speed, I would highly reccomend giving these a try. https://amzn.to/2KPtQp9 These...
by Lou Larson | Nov 17, 2019 | Uncategorized
I get a lot of questions about electric guitars that I recommend for beginners. I believe that the Fender Classic Vibe 60’s Stratocaster is the best value for beginner. It has a great feel, and traditional sound… It’s similar in style to...
by Lou Larson | Nov 16, 2019 | Uncategorized
I regularly teach guitar students to change the strings on their guitars. I want everyone to be comfortable re-stringing their guitar. If your practicing, and break a string, or if your strings are just worn out it’s great to be able to sole the problem and...
by Lou Larson | Nov 16, 2019 | Uncategorized
I notice that beginning guitar players find it easier to navigate the strings when they are different colors. I bough these stings for my daughter because I thought she would be interested in the bright colors, but each string having a unique color makes it easier...
by Lou Larson | Nov 15, 2019 | Uncategorized
I get a lot of questions about the gear that I use. Most everyone is familiar with my Klein Guitar, and while I have a hardshell case, I usually carry it with me in a Glen Chronkhite Custom Leather Gig Bag. This is absolutely the finest leather gig bag that I...
by Lou Larson | Nov 8, 2019 | Uncategorized
I always encourage students to buy an inexpensive loop pedal that has memory to save the recorded loop. This gives the student an opportunity to record the rhythm track, and listen back to themselves. I usually recommend the Boss RC-3 it has a built in metronome,...
by Lou Larson | Nov 8, 2019 | Uncategorized
I get a lot of questions about my favorite capo. I’m working on a Youtube Video where i demonstrate and talk about the most popular capo (Kyser), and my favorite (Shubb). I’m still editing the video, but here is link to from my Amazon Affiliate account...
by Lou Larson | Nov 8, 2019 | Uncategorized
I’m super excited about this parlor guitar being offered by Yamaha. I have a student on Monday that recently purchased this through Amazon. I find that people 5’8″ and under often find a standard dreadnought guitar uncomfortable to play. I have...
