If you want to improve fast on guitar then I have a killer tip for you.<\/p>\n
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While you could practice the guitar more or keep recording yourself, you could get out and go to every local jam.<\/p>\n
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That’s my tip.<\/p>\n
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Go to as many local jam sessions as you possibly can.<\/p>\n
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Getting up on stage and trying will push you further, harder and faster. And so you’ll improve your guitar playing faster.<\/p>\n
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You might have to get over the fear of playing the guitar in public (a big one!) or the even greater fear of failure (getting bigger). You’ll also face an 800-pound gorilla. This is the fear of public humiliation and is quite a shocking beast.<\/p>\n
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However, the dirty little secret is that most of the people there have tried and failed a million times on that stage. They keep coming back as they can learn from others who are older and\/or more experienced.<\/p>\n
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Trust me you\u2019ll learn much faster if you reach outside of your comfort zone and just try. That\u2019s all, it\u2019s just trying.<\/p>\n
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You will need to learn some blues forms<\/a> and how to solo in the blues style<\/a>. Once you have the basics down, get out there and give it a go. Even if you suck, keep trying and you\u2019ll get there.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Also if you seem approachable, you might be offered some gigs<\/a> or the opportunity to join a band or two.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Turn up once to check it out, get talking and build some friendships. You\u2019ll be able to size up the people and their playing level and see if you can fit. Sadly, there are some jams that are like cliques. So you\u2019re unlikely to play at these unless you know the right people. Be warned.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you\u2019re going to play, turn up early, sign up and thank the guys who are running it. They probably aren\u2019t getting paid to be there, so the odd free beer or thanks goes a long way.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If someone queue hops, don\u2019t get mad \u2013 just sit tight until it\u2019s your turn. No one wants to befriend a person who starts a fight. Also, don’t create problems or queue hop. It’s not cool or worth it.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Get ready to play before it\u2019s your turn. Tune and warm up.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSome basic rules for Jams<\/h2>\n
#1 Check it before playing<\/h3>\n
#2 Turn and sign up early<\/h3>\n
#3 Don’t let queue hopper kill your vibe<\/h3>\n
#4 Be ready<\/h3>\n
#5 Leave your giant rig at home<\/h3>\n