Fender-ization, Yamaha-ization, and Shimamura Music at the Center of the Board

Yesterday, I wrote an article about how Fender might be becoming a company like Yamaha. Of course, the two companies are not ...

Things to consider when you feel stuck practicing: "I'm practicing solo guitar but I can't play it"

I wanted to play solo guitar, so I started practicing.I thought it would be fun to play my favorite songs on just one ...
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How physical guitar stores survive in 2026 – and what you can do to help them thrive

GW talks to three proprietors of very different businesses to find out how they survive, and what players can do to keep the real-life experience alive ...
IndiaWest

Naren’s Guitar Sings Again: Learning To Be A Musician At 84

At 84, Ray Umashankar learns to play his late son Naren’s guitar, finding calm, connection and a dream of performing a Tamil ...
The Blogs | The Times of IsraelOpinion

My New Zionist Guitar And Post Election Thoughts

I send special greetings to my friends in Israel who have just gone through one of the most tumultuous and momentous election ...
Times Square Chronicles

Guitar Center Wants Customers to Stay Longer. That Could Be the Point.

Guitar Center is working to make its stores places musicians want to spend time, with employee expertise and opportunities to ...