Winter 2007, No. 14

Why I Teach: David Tanenbaum
A new-music champion teaches classical guitar as a living art.  By Mark Small.
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Left Is Right
Teaching left-handed guitarists in a right-handed world.  By Michael John Simmons.


DEPARTMENTS

Teaching Tools
Teaching Tools. Laugh and Learn: Silly Songs for Six Strings makes it fun for kids to practice sight reading. By Keith Filppu.


News/Reviews
News/Reviews. Notable new books and DVDs, health insurance help for musicians, and more.  


Teaching Beginners
Lighten Up. Finding ways to make lessons fun helps keep students engaged.  By Pete Pembroke.


Teaching Intermediates
Theory from the Ground Up. It's important to teach the basics before delving into higher level theory.  By Paul Andrews.


Teaching Advanced
Playing from the Heart. Invoking a spirit of curiosity can work wonders for students studying new materials.  By Clarelynn Rose.


Issue Reviews
Acoustic Guitar - November 2006.
Acoustic Guitar - December 2006.
Acoustic Guitar - January 2007.
Play Guitar! - Winter 2006.


Classical Teacher
Building Technique with Arpeggios. Practicing arpeggios is an excellent technique builder for classical and fingerstyle students.  By Patrick Francis.


Jazz Teacher
Study the Classics. Help your students discover the pioneers of jazz guitar.  By Sean McGowan.


Roots Teacher
Searching for Songs. Tailor the songs you teach according to each students needs and tastes.  By Scott Nygaard.


Teachers Talk
Teachers Talk. What advice do you give students about music careers? 


Great Teachers
Almer Imamovic. This classical guitar instructor incorporates elements from many cultures and traditions.  By Sean McGowan.

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