⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had a great lesson with Andrew! It was my first time playing the guitar and I wanted to find out if I liked it. Andrew made it a great experience and I am so excited to keep learning. - Mitchell Givens

Music is Deeply Rooted in Mathematics

This past weekend, 518 Guitar hosted a special event that brought together students, friends, and family for a memorable afternoon of music, community, and fun. Held in the private room of Lynn's Uptown Pub in Albany, the event provided an incredible opportunity for students to showcase their talents, regardless of age or experience level.

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Never Too Late: Why Adults Should Embrace Guitar Learning for Brain Health and Beyond

Top Three Things Parents Need to Know About Music Lessons for Their Child

The Perfect Gift: A Guide to Buying a Guitar That's Just Right!

5 Tips For Creating A Killer Guitar Practice Routine

What sets apart guitarists who hop between programs that “don’t work” and guitarists who become success stories wherever they go?

Should My Left-Handed Child Play Guitar Lefty or Righty?

3 Ways to Keep Your Guitar Humidified This Winter

3 Essential Elements of Music to Help You Play Guitar Fluently

Get Your Guitar Groove On This Summer with Albany Guitar Lessons!

How to get your kid to practice more

Many people assume that talent is something you're born with and therefore, some musicians have an advantage over others because of this gift from God, or good genetics.

Choosing your first guitar (or the first guitar for a loved one) can be difficult, especially if you're doing it without any background knowledge of guitars or playing in general.

What You Need to Know Before Buying Your First Guitar

The dry winter air can be hard on your guitar, but there are some precautions you can take to make sure it doesn't get damaged.

What you need to know about your guitar in the winter

Starting guitar as a hobby has never been so easy, engaging and fun! We live at an amazing time.

Isolation can be so difficult. However, as the world continues to do its best to staunch the effects of the pandemic, this is a unique opportunity for us to learn an instrument! We can be home among the safety of our families and maintain a healthy routine.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT - FREE COVID19 Guitar Learning Materials

When I was featured in our NPR affiliate's Midday Magazine this summer, (WAMC.ORG) I was able to outline some learning needs as we live through an unforeseen age.

Have you experienced increasing hand pain in our age of reliance on technology? Has it affected your guitar (or other instrument) playing?

Aging and Guitar: How to Handle your Hands

Student Spotlight Episode 1: TRACE ELLIS

So. You've got the time. You've got your instrument. You've got a computer, tablet or smartphone with a great connection.

Pandemic Practice Principles for Perfection!

What you Need Before Buying a Beginner Guitar There are a few things to know before going online or heading out in person to purchase your first guitar, whether for yourself or a loved one.