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Written by Kyle Sparkman and Sam Blakelock
TAB Guide
Wondering what a certain TAB notation symbol means? Check out these handy diagrams to learn how to read our PDF and interactive tablature.Written by Kyle Sparkman. Updated over a week ago
Beginner troubleshooting tips
Struggling to get the right sound out of your guitar? Check out these tips.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Why isn't the site loading?
If the site won't load properly, here are a few solutions you can try.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
What courses do you offer?
Here's a list of our current Master Classes and Bootcamps!Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Will you feature my music on Instagram if I sign up for a membership?
If you want to submit music to or be featured by Pickup, here’s the skinny.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Is a Pickup Music membership appropriate for beginners?
Yes! We have lessons for every step of your guitar journey, even if you're just getting started with guitar.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
What makes Pickup Music better than other guitar lesson sites?
Pickup Music is simply the best way to learn guitar online.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
The video I’m trying to watch won’t load / keeps freezing!
Here’s what to do if you can’t watch a video because it freezes or isn’t loading.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Why is my video playback so slow?
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!Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
What do I do if I find an error in the TAB or notation?
Our goal is to create notation that strikes a balance between accuracy, clarity, and ease of understanding.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
How do I report a security issue?
Help keep Pickup Music safe from the hackers. If you find a bug or security weakness, please let us know!Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
I'm having trouble logging in.
If you can’t access your account, there may be a few reasons why.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
What is Pickup Music?
Learn more about our online education platform & mission.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
How do I contact Pickup Music?
Do you need support from Pickup Music? Holler at us!Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Who runs Pickup Music?
Sam Blakelock founded Pickup Music and now leads a remote team of music lovers to run the platform & community.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
How do I get an Instagram feature?
If you want to submit music to or be featured by Pickup, here’s the skinny.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Can I watch videos on mobile?
Pickup lessons and videos are available on iPhones and Androids.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Can I re-watch videos?
You can watch a video or repeat a lesson as many times as you want.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Does Pickup music sell lessons individually?
Why buy an individual lesson, when you can have ALL the lessons?!Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Do I have to complete the lessons within a specific time frame?
There is no time limit when you take a lesson or class with Pickup MusicWritten by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Am I able to interact with the artists?
If you’re looking to contact / get in touch with an artist we’ve worked with, there may be some opportunities.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Can I request an artist or topic for lessons?
If you have an idea for a lesson or class, please let us know!Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
How do I know exactly what’s going to be covered in the lessons?
Specific information about the subject matter of a Master Class can be found in its syllabus.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
What type of devices are supported?
Chances are, if your phone or computer has internet, it’ll work with our education platform.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Is there homework to go along with the courses?
Homework is such an off-putting word, don’t you think?Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
What happens after I finish a lesson?
When you complete a lesson or class, the real work begins!Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Can I download the videos?
Video lessons are not available to download for offline viewing.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Can I give a membership as a gift?
Pickup Music memberships make a great gift for that special musician in your life.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Will I receive a certificate of completion when I finish a Master Class?
We don't offer an official certification of completion for our classes.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
Does Pickup Music have an app?
At this time, we don’t have an iOS or android mobile app, but we're working on it!Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
What internet speed do I need for Pickup Music?
A fast wireless connection comes in handy for our lesson videos.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago
What browsers do you support?
Our education platform supports most modern web browsers.Written by Sam Blakelock. Updated over a week ago