Steel-string acoustic guitars will sound best with new strings. Here is what to get and how to do it!

Oct 15, 2009 - Carl Dates

He is the considered the world's foremost expert on vintage acoustic and electric stringed instruments. But George Gruhn's first passion - zoology - is never far away.

Sep 14, 2009 - Devan Stuart

Expertise in electric guitar technology can contribute almost to quality music as much as expertise in playing. In fact, you better know both.

Jul 7, 2009 - Frances Ponick

A review on the streamlined Martin Backpacker Travel Guitar and how its unique body shape affects portability, playability, and tone.

Apr 15, 2010 - Marcy Paulson

Musical instruments designed for children make great holiday gifts and birthday presents. Here are some of the best musical guitar gifts for children.

Nov 20, 2009 - Kara Gleghorn

Guitar accessories include everything from custom guitar picks & online guitar lessons to guitar cases- guitar ornaments and acoustic guitar pickups.

Nov 30, 2010 - Jim Galloway

Jake Hertzog talks to Suite101 about his latest album "Evolution," music career and background at Berklee, and upcoming show at New York City's 55 Bar.

Feb 24, 2012 - Markos Papadatos

Suite101 interview with guitar player Brennan Dylan, where he talks about "War Parade," the single from his forthcoming CD "Broken Glass."

Mar 7, 2012 - Markos Papadatos

Backpacker guitars are highly portable, but for those who want a more guitar-like guitar, the Baby Taylor is a fine choice.

Apr 15, 2010 - Marcy Paulson

Depending on the type of guitar played and the style of music, guitar strings can make a huge difference in the playability of the instrument and the sound.

Apr 7, 2010 - Jennifer VanBaren

Finger strength is essential for playing any instrument. In this second article we continue exercises to continue building power in fingers to help speed guitar playing.

Aug 22, 2009 - Michael Catley

With all the tips online for guitar players like: guitar tabs, guitar licks, guitar tricks & video guitar lessons, How to buy a guitar might be the best tip

May 1, 2010 - Jim Galloway

Musicians eagerly await the new line of Flaxwood Guitars which promise to be environmentally friendly and kind to budgets as well.

Mar 20, 2010 - Marcy Paulson

Christmas novelty songs such as Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer by Randy Brooks provide holiday fun. Lyrics and fairly easy guitar chords for Christmas singalongs.

Jan 11, 2010 - Thomas Alan Gray

Associative Synesthesia can used as a compositional tool to help expand on the artists' and musicians' creativity.

Oct 18, 2010 - Mahmoud Riad

"The Blues are the true facts of life expressed in words and song, inspiration, feeling, and understanding." Willie Dixon, blues musician and composer.

Mar 25, 2011 - Richard Charles

Unlike many other musical genres, there are virtually no limitations on writing a rock song.

Jun 14, 2009 - Jeremy Mangum

Hinder bassist Mike Rodden talks to Suite 101 about the group's music and tour.

Jul 22, 2009 - Jessica Whitta

Candlebox lead guitarist Peter Klett takes time out from the road to talk with Suite 101. He discusses the band's origination, his demons, and knack for writing.

Jul 20, 2009 - Jessica Whitta

The guitarist looks back on his appearances on stage with his former bandmates since leaving in 1963, and discusses the possibility of a future reunion.

Sep 4, 2010 - Adrian Peel