One of the most common questions I get from guitar players—especially worship leaders—is this: “Where do I put the capo for this song?” And it’s a valid question, because a guitar capo isn’t just a clamp you throw on your guitar to make things easier. Used correctly, it’s one of the most powerful tools you …
The Ultimate Guide To Using A Guitar Capo – Where To Put It & Why Read More »
One of the things I get asked is how to play more complicated chord forms and whether they are necessary for worship music. It’s easy to play through a chord chart using simple triads while “avoiding” all the harder chords, but if you’re ready to take your playing to the next level, this post …
I have a bit of a DIY mentality when it comes to my passions and as a result, I’ve learned a few things about building a solid pedalboard. As I tour regularly, it is important that I have a reliable and convenient setup that can be transported well and easily modified. I’ve had countless different …
Tips for a Reliable and Flexible Guitar Pedalboard Read More »
In a previous blog post, I outlined some basic shapes that would empower guitarists of any skill level to be able to play rhythm in any key. In this post, I want to outline some more “advanced”, for lack of a better term, chord shapes that I use frequently in my playing. For the sake …
Delay pedals – one of the most common tools of a worship guitarist. It is a source of vibe that a lot of guitarists seek after to sound larger and more professional. We get quite a few emails asking about dialing in delay sounds, so I figured I would give you an overview of how …
Guitar & Effects Pedals: Dialing in Delay Like a Pro Read More »
In the past year since my last rig rundown, I have changed things up a good amount. As I’ve mentioned in other posts, I have made the jump from analog to digital amps and haven’t looked back. I also bought a guitar that I can’t put down and helps me get the sounds I’m looking …
If you’re looking for the best bass guitars for worship, then it’s important to take some time researching the best options available. You want to find the perfect bass guitar for you and your church’s worship service. With so many brands and models of bass guitars on the market, it can be overwhelming trying to figure …
The Top 5 Best Bass Guitars for Worship – What You Need To Know Read More »
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A strong relationship between bass and drums is the foundation of every great band. You can be a great drummer or bass player, but you are missing it if you don’t know how the two work together. In this 2 part video series, Austin Davis [Drummer for Kari Jobe] and David Curran [Bassist for Elevation …
One of the hardest parts of being a worship keys player is choosing which gear to buy when building your keyboard rig. From choosing the best controller, the best software for your sounds, to the gear required to make the software work, the options are overwhelming! Mastering your keyboard rig can take your sound to …
