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Looking for a cute way to add a little pizzazz to your next Valentines Day party? Why not plan a “Love Rocks” Valentine Party. This party makes for a great gender-neutral theme! Both boys and girls will have a blast at this party! Decorations: Records make really neat chargers for under plates. These are easily [...]
Want some new ways to change up your guitar pick playing style? Below are some great ideas to alter your existing guitar picks. If you have trouble gripping your picks, a simple technique is to drill holes into them. You can experiment with hole location until you find what works best for you. Start out [...]
As kids get older it becomes time to ditch the bright-cartooned themed birthday parties, and move into a theme that peaks and expands their interests. Below are ideas of how to throw an amazing teen music themed birthday party. Invitations: Teens love going to concerts, so making a invitation look like a concert ticket will [...]
Looking for a creative way to get the neighborhood together this summer? A great idea is to hold a concert. You will be shocked at what hidden musical talents your neighbors have. Below are some ways to make a concert block party successful. Invitations: With your ink jet printer and some 3″ x 4″ card [...]
The leaves are turning gold and red, which means fall has come. Now is a great time to have a Harvest Party prior to your big Thanksgiving celebration. Below are a few ideas to hold a lovely get together with your family and friends. 1. Food – Make a great salad that includes ingredients from [...]
Who doesn’t love to play and listen to guitar playing? It is one of the most interesting and universal instruments in the world. If you have decided to learn how to play guitar, here are some of the key accessories you will need to get you started off to success. 1. Guitar Polish – It [...]
Is there a musician or music lover in your life? Below are some great gift ideas to get them for any occasion, and at a reasonable price. Books – Everyone loves a good book. Even better is a book about a subject someone has wanted to learn about. Books about a particular musicians life are [...]
Summer is over and it is the time of year to start packing lunches and meeting the carpool. Below are some creative ideas to help your child transition from the freedom of summer to the hectic schedule of school. Hold a Fashion Show: New school clothes are so much fun for kids to wear. With [...]
Learning to play a guitar bring great joy and fun. When learning to play you also need to know how to care for your guitar. Below is a guide to changing your guitar strings from start to finish. Removing old strings Using a string winder, and starting from the low E string, unwind the string, [...]
Does your child dream of being a rock star? Then why not throw a Rock-n-Roll birthday party for him/her. Rock-n-Roll birthday parties are gender neutral and are great for tweens. Below are some ideas make the party a hit! Invitations: For an invitation record your message onto a CD and then decorate the jewel case, [...]
1. Location – Location is what usually dictates the general style for a country wedding. It is best to use the great outdoors for either your ceremony or reception. If you have a friend or family friend with a farm, ask them if you can hold your wedding there. Usually they will let you use [...]
It’s that time of year again, when the days get shorter and the sun is seen less frequently. Which means only one thing! School is about to begin. Below are some ideas on how to make a memorable last day of summer for your kids. Hold a Fashion Show: With all of those great new [...]
Looking for new ways to change up your guitar pick playing style? Below are some great ideas to add new features to your existing guitar picks. Guitar picks are great for changing into other shapes. Get yourself a piece of medium sandpaper and a piece of fine sandpaper. If you want a brighter sound with [...]
Get all of your friends together to hang out in your garden and celebrate the beginning of harvest time season. Below are some great tips to planning an enjoyable Summer Garden. Party. 1. Food – Make a great salad that includes ingredients from your garden. Cucumbers, lettuce and tomatoes are great additions! Your guests will [...]
One of the most delicious items to grow in your garden are cucumbers. They are easy to plant and are great if you have kids, as the grow large quickly. Cucumbers are members of the cuurtbitaceae family which also includes melons and squashes. They are very delicious and some varieties can be eaten fresh and [...]
One of the most common instruments for a person to learn is the guitar. Let’s face it, it is pretty darn cool to be rocking out with a guitar on stage. When starting your adventure of learning guitar you need some essential items. Below is an assortment of items that you should get when you [...]
It is true, everything is bigger in Texas including the weddings! Everyone loves a down home wedding with all of your friends in a great country atmosphere. Below are some ideas to make an amazing Texas style wedding for less. 1. Location – Location is what usually dictates the general style for a wedding. For [...]
If you like fun rather than stuffy for a wedding, then consider a Rock ‘n Roll theme. Especially if yourself or your future partner plays guitar, drums, or any other rock musical instrument. Below are some great ideas that will get you the wedding of your dreams with no fun spared! 1. Guestbook Guitar – [...]
You are in the music store and a nice electric guitar has caught your eye. You have the time to learn, but what else will you need besides the guitar to get you started? Most guitars don’t come with the accessories, so below is a list of those essential accessories that you will want. 1. [...]
You may notice that a lot of picks may simply be marked with a “M” or another letter. Many people wonder what exactly these letters stand for. These letters are printed onto a pick to explain the thickness of the pick. Picks vary in thickness to accommodate different styles of playing. You may also see [...]
