Articles and musings about music theory, guitar playing, improvisation, tone, gear reviews, songwriting, the psychology of playing music, and more by Adam Douglass.

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Adam Douglass

March 9, 2019

Noodling Can Be an Effective Use of Practice Time

Adam Douglass

March 9, 2019

Noodling Can Be an Effective Use of Practice Time

Get noodly, but don't get soupy.

Adam Douglass

March 6, 2018

What IS Groove?

Adam Douglass

March 6, 2018

No one knows for sure, but here are some thoughts.

Adam Douglass

March 6, 2017

The Simplest Way to Remember Effects Pedal Order

Adam Douglass

March 6, 2017

The Simplest Way to Remember Effects Pedal Order

Does it really matter what order they go in? Well, yes and no. Here's an easy breakdown.

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