Guitars for Vets, Shreveport

05/06/2026

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Our mission is to use the healing power of music to help local & struggling with and other issues resulting from trauma endured while serving their country & communities.

We do this by providing lessons, a new , and an accessory kit. All at no charge to the .

As a organization, Guitars For Vets relies heavily on our and the generosity & from the public to further our mission.

Click here👉https://bit.ly/ShreveportG4V to make a donation today and help us put the power of in the hands of our heroes.

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05/05/2026

Living Overseas on Military Pay: What to Expect

The military offers service members free moving services, overseas COLA and OHA for OCONUS PCS. Plus, budget for these common overseas living expenses.

05/05/2026

Guitars For Vets Shreveport Chapter Coordinator Carl "Bo**er" Townley accepted Citizen of the Year Award for all of the Guitars for Vets, Shreveport Chapter Instructor's and our Volunteer staff Terra Leigh Morgan and Cross Lake Palooza event coordinator Barbara Conway along with our family at Lowe-McFarlane Post No. 14 Commander and G4V Graduate Ben Cothran along with Office Manager Elizabeth Sims! There is no way this award would have been possible without all of those mentioned above along with all of our Graduates and Future Graduates! Thank you everyone!

05/04/2026

Joe Bonamassa On Panic He Felt After Agreeing To A Rory Gallagher Tribute Show At Icon's Hometown: 'What Did I Sign Up For?'

'When they reached out I said: 'You had me at hello.''

05/01/2026

“When people said I probably wouldn't be able to play again, I wasn't going to listen to that”: Scottish guitarist relearns how to play guitar with one arm after severe stroke

Tony Romaine spent months relearning how to walk after suffering a stroke that left him unable to move – but was determined to relearn guitar and start gigging again

04/30/2026

"Music can heal the wounds which medicine cannot touch."

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04/28/2026

TRICARE 101: Military Health Benefits Basics in Five Minutes or Less

TRICARE is the health benefits program for the military providing medical care that ensures the mission readiness of service members and their families

04/27/2026

“Samsung wanted to buy my Les Paul. I didn’t want to sell it, so I threw out a stupid price and they said yes. I wish I hadn’t”: Billy Morrison tells the tale of two Les Pauls – one the bargain of the century, the other the one that got away

The Billy Idol guitarist shares his guitar-buying tips and undying love for Gibson guitars and Friedman heads – plus why he can’t be bothered to open his pedal tray…

04/24/2026

“There are two big myths about Harley Benton, and one in particular that I'm really sick of”: YouTuber sets the record straight on Harley Benton guitars – and debunks the main misconceptions about the budget-friendly brand

The Thomann-owned brand is renowned for its affordable guitar gear and cheaper alternatives to established models

04/23/2026

"Music has the power to heal, transform & inspire.

We have the power through deep listening to increase our self-awareness."

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04/22/2026

How does the Guitars For Vets program work?

👉10 WEEKS OF ONE-ON-ONE LESSONS
You want to learn to play the you like to listen to, so that’s what we’ll help you learn. From rock to country to folk and everything in between.

👉“GRADUATE” TO RECEIVE YOUR AND GEAR KIT
When you finish lessons, you’re just getting started. You’ll get your very own guitar and all the equipment you need to keep the riffs rolling. For free.

👉CONTINUE TO LEARN AND FIND SUPPORT IN COMMUNAL LESSONS
Sometimes, you just want to jam. Circle up with like-minded Vets who get it.

Click here 👉 https://guitars4vets.org/find-a-chapter/ to find a chapter near you!

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