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50 ways to become a better guitarist
Play with other people
Learn songs note-for-note
Schools of rock
Take some lessons
Go on guitar weekends
Buy the book
Think outside the box
OK computer!
Practise without the guitar
Tackle theory one step at a time
Play with the best musicians you can find
S-L-O-W down
Buy a new effects pedal
Sort out your practice room
Look after your guitar
Buy a slide and a capo
Buy a metronome
Buy a phrase trainer
Learn to build a solo
Identify the problems
Phrasing
Play a different instrument
Techniques checklist
Play outside of your comfort zone
Make the most of rehearsal time
Book a gig
Use different pickups live
Have fun
See a live band
Throw away your plectrum
Embrace Zen Guitar
Get under the influence
Fine tunings
Use 'oblique strategies'
Realise it's never too late
Stay fit and healthy
Think before you play
Do exercises
Learn a new chord shape every day
Gauge the situation
Start on a random note
Simplify your soloing
Close your eyes
Vocalise as you play a solo
Slide effects
Listen to some blues music
Break some rules
Get off that forum!
Gear is not a shortcut
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