I must start by saying that although I believe most of the videos on the Guitar Lessons from HowCast app are available for free on the regular HowCast app, I would recommend shelling out the couple of bucks it costs to get them all in this convenient collection. Otherwise you will likely spend more time searching for the correct video than actually playing guitar. Additionally there is a nice tracking feature that keeps track of the videos you have watched or how much of it you have watched. Those of you that are just getting started with guitar will find a lot of useful information and technique advice from guitar instructor Ivan Max. He covers all the basics and works his way up to a basic intermediate level with the 140 videos included. Ivan is a calm and patient instructor that takes his time (at a steady pace) in explaining himself. Even as a fairly experienced player I was able to see things a little differently than I had before. Those who may be more experienced will find little information that would justify the purchase, but for anyone looking to start off on the right foot, this app is a great place to start.

What is it about?

Get ready for jam sessions, moonlight serenades, and rock star status! Howcast, the creator of award-winning mobile apps featuring the best how-to videos, brings you an innovative learning experience with our new Guitar Lessons series for beginners. With Howcast, you can learn how to play the guitar just like Clapton! Well, almost like Clapton.

App Details

Version

1.3

Rating

(42)

Size

4Mb

Genre

Music Lifestyle

Last updated

May 12, 2011

Release date

May 12, 2011

App Store Description

Get ready for jam sessions, moonlight serenades, and rock star status! Howcast, the creator of award-winning mobile apps featuring the best how-to videos, brings you an innovative learning experience with our new Guitar Lessons series for beginners. With Howcast, you can learn how to play the guitar just like Clapton! Well, almost like Clapton.

With over 140 video tutorials, Guitar Lessons provides the perfect foundation for mastering the instrument. From learning what a fret is and the proper way to hold and tune a guitar to scale patterns and playing techniques like strumming and finger-picking, Guitar Lessons from Howcast helps you learn with short, simple, clear videos and progress tracking. You’ll be rockin’ out with power chords and other advanced chord-playing tricks in no time.

With Guitar Lessons from Howcast, you can:
• Track your progress:
Use the Progress Bar to see which video lessons you’ve watched and mastered.
• Star and mark your favorites:
Check off your viewed and favorite video lessons on the playback page.
• Search for what you want to learn:
Find what you’re looking for with our robust search capabilities.

All the guitar guidance you need, wherever and whenever you want it, is available at your fingertips with Guitar Lessons from Howcast.

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Please try following these steps:

1. Un-mute your iPad's speakers. There is a new mute button on iOS 4.3 located in the multi-tasking panel. Double tap the home button and slide to the left to access it. There was an orientation lock button before the 4.3 update.
2. Check the volume controls on the side of your iPad.
3. Restart your iPad by pressing and holding the power button.

If you continue experiencing this issue you may contact us at support+guitar@howcast.com