When you're a novice guitar player, it's easy to get frustrated when your instrument goes out of tune. While you can have your guitar teacher tune the instrument when you arrive for your guitar lessons, this won't necessarily help on the days between the lessons when the instrument goes out of tune again. The best strategy is to take steps to avoid this problem. There are a variety of different methods at your disposal and, while you'll still need to tune your instrument on occasion, these strategies should lengthen the time between tunings.
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Since his first performance at age five, Michael Jackson has shown the world his great artistic and musical talent. Although his life was cut too short at age 50, the talent he contributed to the world of music, fortunately, still lives on. Here are some interesting facts about his music and life that make him such a great and talented artist.
The Jackson 5
When Michael Jackson began his career singing and performing with his brothers in the Jackson 5, their first four singles were number one hits, showing his talent and contribution to the musical group.
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All over the world, people have dreams of becoming famous singers. If this dream tops your list, then you should know that, as long as you have some degree of talent, your dream is possible and accessible. The key to making it happen is to not give up and to do everything you can to hone and improve your singing ability and to get yourself out into the public eye as much as you possibly can.
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If your budget is tight but you live for music, don't be discouraged by the high cost of new guitars. For a fraction of this price, you can buy a used guitar and keep well within your budget. While you might be tempted to look in the local classifieds, it's best to shop for used guitars at a local reputable retailer. Such stores will carry warranties on their used products and stand behind what they sell.
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Many aspiring rock guitarists develop bodily pain as a result of intense practice. Whether you are mastering riffs alone in your basement or playing in a rehearsal space with the rest of your band, hours of focused playing can leave you stiff, sore and sometimes even numb. Just like any other physical activity, playing the guitar can take a toll on your body, and excessive strain can lead to permanent damage.
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