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Wondering what a certain TAB notation symbol means? Check out these handy diagrams to learn how to read our PDF and interactive tablature.

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We have lessons for every step of your guitar journey.

What courses do you offer?

If you want to submit music to or be featured by Pickup, here’s the skinny.

Will you feature my music on Instagram if I sign up for a membership?

Yes! We have lessons for every step of your guitar journey, even if you're just getting started with guitar.

Is a Pickup Music membership appropriate for beginners?

Pickup Music is simply the best way to learn guitar online.

What makes Pickup Music better than other guitar lesson sites?

Here’s what to do if you can’t watch a video because it freezes or isn’t loading.

The video I’m trying to watch won’t load / keeps freezing!

If you’re having issues with slow video playback, there are a few fixes you can try. The good news is: there’s a faster site on the way!

Why is my video playback so slow?

Our goal is to create notation that strikes a balance between accuracy, clarity, and ease of understanding.

What do I do if I find an error in the TAB or notation?

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How do I report a security issue?

If you can’t access your account, there may be a few reasons why.

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Learn more about our online education platform & mission.

What is Pickup Music?

Do you need support from Pickup Music? Holler at us!

How do I contact Pickup Music?

Sam Blakelock founded Pickup Music and now leads a remote team of music lovers to run the platform & community.

Who runs Pickup Music?

How do I get an Instagram feature?

Pickup lessons and videos are available on iPhones and Androids.

Can I watch videos on mobile?

You can watch a video or repeat a lesson as many times as you want.

Can I re-watch videos?

Why buy an individual lesson, when you can have ALL the lessons?!

Does Pickup music sell lessons individually?

There is no time limit when you take a lesson or class with Pickup Music

Do I have to complete the lessons within a specific time frame?

If you’re looking to contact / get in touch with an artist we’ve worked with, there may be some opportunities.

Am I able to interact with the artists?

If you have an idea for a lesson or class, please let us know!

Can I request an artist or topic for lessons?

Specific information about the subject matter of a Master Class can be found in its syllabus.

How do I know exactly what’s going to be covered in the lessons?

Chances are, if your phone or computer has internet, it’ll work with our education platform.

What type of devices are supported?

Homework is such an off-putting word, don’t you think?

Is there homework to go along with the courses?

When you complete a lesson or class, the real work begins!

What happens after I finish a lesson?

Video lessons are not available to download for offline viewing.

Can I download the videos?

Pickup Music memberships make a great gift for that special musician in your life.

Can I give a membership as a gift?

We don't offer an official certification of completion for our classes.

Will I receive a certificate of completion when I finish a Master Class?

At this time, we don’t have an iOS or android mobile app, but we're working on it!

Does Pickup Music have an app?

A fast wireless connection comes in handy for our lesson videos.

What internet speed do I need for Pickup Music?

Our education platform supports most modern web browsers.

What browsers do you support?

If you can't make it to a live event, you can watch it after in the forum.

Can I see a live lesson replay?

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