Lessons Learned- Reimagining Learning in Music and Life
7 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -Have you ever tried to learn guitar, but for some reason it just didn't work out? Do you have a child and would like for them to learn an instrument? If you answered yes to either one of those questions, this Podcast is for you. I'll discuss everything you need to know to get from a beginner guitarist to an intermediate guitarist and beyond.
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Why Online Learning Doesn't Work...and how to fix it.
December 17, 2020 20:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBLearning things online has become a huge part of life as the internet grows and builds more and more resources, but can you actually learn an instrument online? In this Podcast, I will show you the 3 main problems with online learning and how to make a plan to fix them. The Problems: 1. No Plan or progression for learning online 2. Resources or courses are not tailored to the needs of the learner 3. Lack of a strong community and feeling alone in the learning process Resources: Onlin...
Should I Learn to Read Music if I Play Guitar? I'll Way the Costs...
December 10, 2020 20:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBHow do you get a guitar player to turn down? Put sheet music in front them. Should you learn to read guitar music? The answer is most likely maybe... I'm not talking about chords and chord charts, you should definitely learn that, I'm talking about notes a staff. Is it useful to guitarist? What styles of music would it be most beneficial to? Where should I start? How much time will it take? We will learn the answers to these questions and more in this podcast. Resources: Berkle...
How Young is Too Young to start Learning an Instrument?
December 04, 2020 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBBlack Friday Sale on Guitar Memberships! When should you start learning an instrument? Is there an age that is just too young? In this Episode, I'll discuss learning an instrument and age. If you are a parent, or if you think you will be, the problem of when should my child start learning an instrument will eventually pop up. While there is no hard and fast answer because every child is different, I'll give you some tips on how to know when the right time may be for your child. I'll...
Music Theory for Beginners- Only what you need to know
November 28, 2020 20:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBJoin me for my thoughts on how a guitarist can start using music theory and not just learn it. In this podcast I go over the basics of useful music theory to help you get started on your journey to be a better guitarist and musician. Get the Music Theory Guide Part 1
Breaking Through the Barriers and Reimagining the Rules of Practice
November 19, 2020 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBDo you Want to Get Better at practicing guitar? Would you like a an easy way to start and get right to playing guitar? Do you have a kid that you wish would practice more? In this Podcast I'll talk about everything that we feel when we approach practice. From the anxiety and frustration that comes when we plateau on something to the left over baggage that we may have experienced with bad lessons as a child. I'll boil down what you actually need to have a good practice without all of the...
How to Choose the Right Guitar
November 12, 2020 18:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBTake the Online Quiz to Find your Perfect Guitar or Get the Free PDF to Finding the Perfect Guitar! Choosing the right guitar can seem daunting and if you aren't careful inaction can keep you from realizing your dream of becoming a guitarist. On the other hand, choosing the wrong guitar can leave you frustrated and feeling defeated. Don't forget to join the Community and get free private lessons from me for a year. Join Here: www.mitchgissendaner.com/lesson-page In this episode, I br...
Getting to Know Me
November 05, 2020 23:00 - 11 minutes - 7.97 MBHey! My name is Mitch and in this Episode, you'll get to hear a little of my story, how I started playing guitar, how I started teaching, and the struggles that lead to me learning to teach the way that I teach. Lesson for Today: Pick 5 songs that inspire you. These are the songs that when you hear them, it makes you want to play guitar. After you pick those 5 email me: [email protected]. Tell me your 5 songs and I will help you on your journey to learning them. You can do this!...