Guitar Nine Columns: Guest Columnists

Tips on avoiding practice schedule overload. From the guitarist behind the unique "Highway 90" CD.

David Martone`s follow up lesson continues the quest for a change of color over dominant chords.

Add spice to your sonic stew with these harmonization ideas.

Neil Haverstick has made his living with his instrument for over 20 years - tips from a seasoned veteran.

Get a rhythmic grip on odd meters with the latest installment from Colin Mandel.

Believe it or not - you can play melodies and riffs without always pressing on the frets. Let Ray show you how.

Chopin`s swift piano piece adapted for the six-string.

Who bears the ultimate (and ironic) responsibility for the rise of peer-to-peer music swapping over the Internet.

The official arpeggios of Guitar Nine Records - always play the 9th. Take it away Mike.

Music industry guru Christopher Knab is back to stress the ever changing nature of this business of music.

Will returns to discuss the relationship all guitarists must develop with their tools of choice.

A simple technique that will have you breaking speed records even after the Olympics.

Neil Haverstick has made his living with his instrument for over 20 years - even more tips from a seasoned veteran.

Acoustic, electric, if it`s got six, Steve Booke plays `em. He`s here to reveal the essence of recording legacy.

Music industry guru Christopher Knab is back with advice for indies on manufacturing issues.

Mike Campese is back with a follow up article with even more 9ths for your entertainment.

Canadian guitarist David Martone has learned a lot about recording over the years. Let`s check in and see what David has for us on the art of recording.

Swedish guitarist Sebastian Kalamajski recommends you think before you noodle.

Acoustic wizard Michael Hewett has some great advice to help you get "all there" with the music.

Neil Haverstick has made his living with his instrument for over 20 years - the third installment of practical tips from a seasoned veteran.

Are "new" marketing ideas really as new as they sound? Indie marketing guru Tim Sweeney offers his expert opinion.

Music industry guru Christopher Knab is back offering a look into the possibilities for licensing and distribution.

Kevin Ferguson, devotee of uncommon sounds and intervals, reveals how you can explore this area with your own playing.

Ready to experience horrific encounters with pop culture? Take a ride with Joboj.

One of the most liberating ways to deliver your music can also be overwhelming.

A classical sounding etude designed to enhance the chops of any serious player.

Italian guitar player Francesco Fareri suggests several different ways to link arpeggiated lines.

Canadian guitarist David Martone has first-hand advice on the importance of pre-production.

Swedish guitarist Sebastian Kalamajski will help you strengthen the mind/fingers connection.

We all need to play fast at times, right? Let Will Landrum teach you the best way to increase your `MPH`.

Guitarist Garrett Smith serves up a classical prelude for two electic guitars.

Neil Haverstick completes his fantastic series on the myriad ways to make a good living playing the guitar.

Virtuoso classical guitarist and instructor Jamie Andreas gives you insight into the challenges of improving as a player.

Everybody does this - but should you? Indie marketing guru Tim Sweeney plays devil`s advocate on this important point.

Music industry guru Christopher Knab is back to help you deal with the most striking and effective part of your promotional package.

Germany`s Martin Behr has made a career out of versatility and he`s willing to share his secrets with you.

Bill Peck did it, why can`t you? Well, you can.

Guitarist Gianluca Piersanti preaches a serious focus on phrasing.

Break out of those ol` common scales with Mr. Hughes.

How to add a really cool twist to your playing.

Canadian guitarist David Martone has first-hand advice on tone, tone and more tone.

Playing guitar in a purple haze, with no concept of the real world? Curtis relates his own take on musical devotion.