Latest Beginnerguitarlesson Podcast Episodes
Take A Step Backward To Start Moving Forward - 104
Play Guitar Podcast - December 25, 2019 08:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday, I share the most common problem areas I’ve found from frustrated students. Backtracking a bit in these areas can help make 2020 your most productive guitar year yet! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/take-a-step-backward-to-start-moving-forward-104 Copyright ©2019 Pla...
The Benefits Of Using A Roadmap - 103
Play Guitar Podcast - December 18, 2019 08:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsThe ways we learn guitar may change, but the best way to get solid reliable, results will never change. Today, I show you the three benefits you can bring to your guitar playing from following a time tested process.... The Roadmap. Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playguitaracademy ...
What Guitar Accessories Do You Really Need? - 102
Play Guitar Podcast - December 11, 2019 08:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsGuitar accessories...getting extra stuff for your guitar. Today I’m going over what you need, what you don’t and what to consider for the three big stages of guitar playing. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/what-guitar-accessories-do-you-really-need-102 Copyright ©2019 Play...
Moving From Practicing Scales To Making Melodies - 101
Play Guitar Podcast - December 04, 2019 08:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsAre you stuck in practicing mode? Do your solos sound like you're practicing scale patterns. Today I unpack a very common problem to help a founding member of the academy. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/moving-from-practicing-scales-to-making-melodies-101
The Big Turning Point In Your Guitar Playing - 100
Play Guitar Podcast - November 27, 2019 08:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsIf you could name the one single biggest breakthrough in your guitar playing, what would it be? Today I go over the biggest turning point in my own playing and show you why it could be for yours as well. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-big-turning-point-in-your-guitar-...
Guitar Amp Software ShootOut - 099
Play Guitar Podcast - November 20, 2019 08:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday, I compare three computer based amplifier software to get the best sounds with low effort. They are: Bias Amp 2, Scuffham S-gear 2, and Overloud TH3. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/guitar-amp-software-shoot-out-099 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy
Staying In Touch With The Beginner's Mind - 098
Play Guitar Podcast - November 13, 2019 08:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsDo you remember the excitement of first learning guitar? Has that changed for you as you’ve progressed? Today I look back at the beginner’s mind and try to use it to make your playing (no matter what level you are) more fulfilling. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/staying-i...
Change Your Guitar Playing In 5 Steps - 097
Play Guitar Podcast - November 06, 2019 08:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsAre you ready for a big change? Sometimes it takes drastic measures to pull yourself out of a playing rut. Today, I’m outlining the process that I’m putting into place to transform my own guitar playing…Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playguitaracademy Show notes at: https://www.p...
Bringing fresh ideas into your playing - 096
Play Guitar Podcast - October 30, 2019 07:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsAre you frustrated that the way you want to sound and the way you actually sound are very different? Today I’m going over the three main areas to focus on to get new fresh ideas into your guitar playing. Practice space checklist: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/practice Show notes at: https://...
3 Notes Per String Scales (3NPS) - 095
Play Guitar Podcast - October 23, 2019 07:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsFaster and smoother lead lines! If you’ve been struggling with playing fast, it might not be your technique that’s holding you back. Today, I will introduce a different system for scale patterns that is guaranteed to speed up your playing Get the scales: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/3nps S...
Getting Positive About Your Playing - 094
Play Guitar Podcast - October 16, 2019 07:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsDealing with the negative parts of learning guitar is something you don’t hear about much. But, when you finally get fed up and deal with the negativity head on, very positive things start to happen.Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playguitaracademy Show notes at: https://www.playgu...
Helping Your Hands Work Together - 093
Play Guitar Podcast - October 09, 2019 07:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsHave you ever felt that your hands were out of sync? Are your notes cut off or do you play a note and hear only a click? Let's fix this once and for all. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/helping-your-hands-work-together-093 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy
Which Guitar Amp Should I Buy? - 092
Play Guitar Podcast - October 02, 2019 07:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsBuying a guitar amplifier can test your nerves. Just hoping that the amp will sound good can be a risky business. Today, I will talk about what to look for in an amp and a special announcement. Get your FREE download "Guide to Clear Sounding Chords" at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/chordgui...
Chords And Scales - 091
Play Guitar Podcast - September 25, 2019 07:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsAlthough we use chords and scales all of the time, not understanding the way they work together can be the thing that’s holding us back. Join me today as I give an overview on the relationship between chords and scales. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/chords-and-scales-091 ...
Guitar Practice Schedule - 090
Play Guitar Podcast - September 18, 2019 07:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsHow’s your practicing going? I hope good, but if you are like the rest of us, it can be a real challenge staying in a good practice routine. Today, I help you make a practice schedule that’s easy to stick with and the perfect fit for you! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/gu...
Getting Real Success On The Guitar- 089
Play Guitar Podcast - September 11, 2019 07:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday, I'm taking you to a place you may not be ready to deal with... Your own playing. Ooh I know it sounds scary but the sooner we get past some things the sooner we can build even stronger skills on the guitar. Show notes at:https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/dialing-in-a-marshall-dsl-50-...
Dialing in a Marshall DSL 50 - 088
Play Guitar Podcast - September 04, 2019 07:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday, I'm cranking up my trusty Marshall DSL 50 and I'll show the process of getting all of your basic gig tones from this relatively inexpensive but awesome workhorse amplifier. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/dialing-in-a-marshall-dsl-50-088 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar ...
Keying Down For Vocals, Blues Turnarounds, Bracing, Fender Amp Demo - 087
Play Guitar Podcast - August 28, 2019 07:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsOn today's episode, I answer these great questions: How do you key down for vocals?, Any tips for playing blues turnarounds?, Can you help me with bracing?, How do you dial in a Fender amp? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/keying-down-for-vocals-blues-turnarounds-bracing-fe...
Fly Rig 5 Demo, Notes To Use With Tapping - 086
Play Guitar Podcast - August 21, 2019 07:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsOn today's episode, I went over the tones from the Tech21 Fly Rig 5, and answered the question: How do you know what notes to use when tapping? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/fly-rig-5-demo-notes-to-use-with-tapping-086Copyright ©2019
12 String, Power Chords, Strats, Electrics Similar To Acoustics, Pedal Tones - 085
Play Guitar Podcast - August 14, 2019 07:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsOn today's episode, I answer these great questions: What is a twelve string guitar?, Are power chords Major or minor?, What's the best quality Fender Stratocaster for the money?, What's the best electric for those who like the feel of acoustic guitars?, What are Pedal tones? Show notes at: http...
Learning Scales, Clean Bends, CAGED Chords And Scales - 084
Play Guitar Podcast - August 07, 2019 07:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsOn today's episode, I answer these great questions: Do you learn scales by memorizing patterns or notes on the fretboard?, Any tips on not engaging the string above the bended note?, How do you link chords and scales in the CAGED system? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/lea...
Playing Fast, Melodies And Chords, Key Changes, Clean Bending - 083
Play Guitar Podcast - July 31, 2019 07:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsOn today's episode, I answer these great questions: How to create melodies and chords at the same time?, How do you bridge the gap between playing fast and slow?, How do I use the Nashville numbering system with key changes?, Do you have some tips for cutting noise and muting strings when bendin...
Chords With Modes, Vocabulary, Plugins, My Practice - 082
Play Guitar Podcast - July 24, 2019 07:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsOn today's episode, I answer these great questions: "Which chords are better with each mode?", "How do I build vocabulary on the guitar?", "What plugins do you use for drums and other effects?", and "Hey Lee, what have you been working on?" Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/...
Circle Of Fifths, Reggae Guitar, Intonation - 081
Play Guitar Podcast - July 17, 2019 07:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsIn today's episode, I answer these great questions: What's the basic use of the circle of fifths? What do I need to know to play Reggae guitar? What are the basics of intonation? Is intonation important for slide guitar. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/circle-of-fifths-reg...
Playing Songs, Directional Picking, Scale Relationships, Mixing Scales - 080
Play Guitar Podcast - July 10, 2019 07:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsIn today's episode, I answer these great questions: What's the best way to play songs without tab or chord charts? Do you have any exercises that could help with directional picking? What are the relationships between the big four scale patterns? Do you have any tips for mixing the major and min...
Does Music Theory Ruin The Feel Of Music?, Melody With Rhythm Guitar - 079
Play Guitar Podcast - July 03, 2019 07:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsIn today's episode, I answer these great questions: Does knowing music theory take the magic out of music? What's the best way to add melody lines to your rhythm playing? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/does-music-theory-ruin-the-feel-of-music-melody-with-rhythm-guitar-079...
F Major Chord, Practice Partner, Keeping Time, Arpeggios In Soloing, Fast Blues Licks - 078
Play Guitar Podcast - June 26, 2019 07:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsIn today's episode, I answer these great questions: Any tips to improve the F major Bar chord? Any tips on finding someone to practice with? Any tips on keeping time without losing a beat? How are arpeggios used in soloing? How to improv fast blues licks? Show notes at: https://www.playguitarac...
Pinch Harmonics, Pentatonics In Different Keys, Low Level Amps - 077
Play Guitar Podcast - June 19, 2019 07:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsIn today's episode, I answer these great questions: Do you have any exercises for pinch harmonics? What's a good way to play pentatonic scales in every key? Can you suggest a suitable amp for low level Marshall practice amp? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/pinch-harmonics-...
Fingerpicking, Switching Chords, Compressors, Gates, and Expanders - 076
Play Guitar Podcast - June 12, 2019 07:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsIn today's episode, I answer these great questions: 1. Can you tell me a little about fingerpicking and hybrid picking? 2. What's your best advice for a new guitarist who knows basic chords but has trouble switching fast enough? 3. What's the difference between compressors, gates, and expanders?...
Rehearsals, Blues Chords, Arpeggios, Rhythm and Lead Together - 075
Play Guitar Podcast - June 05, 2019 07:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsIn today's episode, I answer these great questions: 1. How to have a good sounding rehearsal? 2. When you play smaller blues chords, which notes do you leave out? 3. Arpeggios: which ones to start with, and how do you incorporate them into solos? 4. Any tips on playing blues rhythm and lead toge...
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