Latest Beginnerguitarlesson Podcast Episodes
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How To Start Playing Slide Guitar - 044
Play Guitar Podcast - October 31, 2018 07:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday, I introduce slide guitar. I go over what you need to know to add this bluesy technique to your playing. I also go over a very easy way to get started..using standard tuning! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-start-playing-slide-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guita...
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Intro To Guitar Improvisation - 043
Play Guitar Podcast - October 23, 2018 13:22 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday, it’s my introduction for GUITAR IMPROVISATION! Is this just something only a few are able to do, or is this a skill we can learn and perfect over time? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/intro-to-improvisation Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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Different Guitar Tones For Different Styles Of Music
Play Guitar Podcast - October 17, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday, it’s all about finding different gutiar tones for different styles of music. I’m tackling two different styles (Blues and Rock), with two different rigs. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/different-guitar-tones-for-different-styles-of-music Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar...
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Ten Minute ULTIMATE Practice Routine
Play Guitar Podcast - October 10, 2018 07:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsHow do you keep moving forward on the guitar when you are strapped for time? I’ll show you how you can turn ten minutes of your day into a super effective practice routine. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/ten-minute-ultimate-practice-routine Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Pod...
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Licks And Riffs - 040
Play Guitar Podcast - October 03, 2018 07:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsLicks And Riffs. Today, it’s all about licks and riffs for the guitar player. I show the importance of and the difference between them and how to use them effectively. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/licks-and-riffs Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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Start Playing Advanced Guitar Chords - 039
Play Guitar Podcast - September 26, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday on episode 39 of the play guitar podcast I take the first step with you toward playing advanced guitar chords. We’ll leave open and bar chords in the dust and start playing something special!Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/start-playing-advanced-guitar-chords Copyrig...
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Set Up Your Perfect Practice Space - 038
Play Guitar Podcast - September 19, 2018 07:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsI’m talking today about creating a super effective and fun practice space. I help you create your home base where you can start moving forward with the guitar. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/set-up-your-perfect-guitar-practice-space Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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How To Play Over Minor Chords And Sound AWESOME - 037
Play Guitar Podcast - September 12, 2018 07:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday I'm playing solos over minor chords! I show you how and what to play to make you sound awesome! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-play-over-minor-chords-and-sound-awesome Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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Getting Back Into Guitar - 036
Play Guitar Podcast - September 05, 2018 07:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsTodays show is all about getting back into guitar. Here are the most important things to consider when you are starting up again and want to be successful. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/getting-back-into-guitar-036 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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What It Takes To Get Good At Guitar - 035
Play Guitar Podcast - August 29, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday, I talk about the ten things you NEED to get good at guitar. It’s not so hard to do if you take take these important steps to heart. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/what-it-takes-to-get-good-at-guitar-035 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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Cool Sounding Chords - 034
Play Guitar Podcast - August 22, 2018 07:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsI'm talking about cool chords on today's podcast! Here are some of my favorite chords you can use to spice up your playing and add new textures to your sound. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/cool-sounding-chords-034 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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How To Build Guitar Solos - 033
Play Guitar Podcast - August 15, 2018 07:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday on episode 33 of the Play Guitar Podcast, it's all about building guitar solos. With just a little planning, you can create melodic, memorable solos every time! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-build-guitar-solos-033 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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How To Choose The Right Microphone For Guitar - 032
Play Guitar Podcast - August 08, 2018 07:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday on episode 32 of the play guitar podcast, I'm talking microphones for your guitar! With a little bit of knowledge your rig can sound fabulous with the just the right mic. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-microphone-for-guitar-032 Copyright ©201...
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What's Holding You Back From Getting Better At The Guitar - 031
Play Guitar Podcast - August 01, 2018 07:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday I answer the question: What's holding you back from getting better at the guitar? It just might be your mindset holding you back. Plus some fun news from this past week! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/whats-holding-you-back-from-getting-better-at-the-guitar-031 Copy...
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Basic Gig Setup: Single Amp With Pedals - 030
Play Guitar Podcast - July 25, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday on episode 30 of the play guitar podcast I talk about how to get the most out of the most basic gig setup.. the single amp with pedals. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/basic-gig-setup-single-amp-with-pedals-030 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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Jumpstart Your Guitar Playing - 029
Play Guitar Podcast - July 18, 2018 07:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday on episode 29 of the play guitar podcast, I share my 3 tips to jumpstart your guitar playing. Try these out to get your playing back on the right path! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/jumpstart-your-guitar-playing-029 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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Funk Guitar Rhythms - 28
Play Guitar Podcast - July 11, 2018 07:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday, I share my favorite exercise for funk rhythm guitar. It’s really fun and will make your rhythm playing super focused and super funky! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/funk-rhythm-guitar-28 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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Funk Guitar Chords - 027
Play Guitar Podcast - July 04, 2018 07:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday on episode 27 of the play guitar podcast I get into funk guitar chords! I start with the basic chords and then show you how to make small changes to get big results! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/funk-guitar-chords-027 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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Double Stops - 026
Play Guitar Podcast - June 27, 2018 07:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsIt’s Double Stops, those cool 2 note harmonies that are in so many of our favorite songs. It's easy to use the chords and scales you already know to start playing them. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/double-stops-026 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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Learning Legato Guitar - 025
Play Guitar Podcast - June 20, 2018 07:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday I take a look at legato playing. I go through all of the components of this smooth flowing technique, and how to incorporate it in your own playing! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/learning-legato-guitar-025 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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Speed Up Your Guitar Playing - 024
Play Guitar Podcast - June 13, 2018 07:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday on episode 24, I talk about speeding up your guitar playing! If you've had a hard time playing faster, this is the show for you! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/speed-up-your-guitar-playing-024 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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Chord Tone Soloing - 023
Play Guitar Podcast - June 06, 2018 07:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday on episode 23 of Play Guitar Podcast, I introduce Chord Tone Soloing! It's a different approach to soloing that could take your guitar playing to the next level! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/chord-tone-soloing-023 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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Blues Electric Guitar Tone - 022
Play Guitar Podcast - May 30, 2018 07:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsOn today's show, I continue my blues mini series by talking about blues electric guitar tone. It's all about what gear to get for great blues tone and tips to use it effectively. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/blues-electric-guitar-tone-022 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Pod...
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Best Blues Chords For Guitar Players - 021
Play Guitar Podcast - May 23, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsOn today's show, I take a look at the Best Blues Chords For Guitar Players! Having a solid knowledge of the blues is essential. So today I’m going to make sure you know the chords you need to play the blues! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/best-blues-chords-for-guitar-play...
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Understanding Blues Guitar- 020
Play Guitar Podcast - May 16, 2018 07:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsOn today's show, I take a look at learning the Blues. Just a little knowledge of how to play Blues guitar can help you in so many different ways! I also have listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/020-understanding-blues-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
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Effects Pedals, The Path To Great Guitar Tone: Part 3 - 019
Play Guitar Podcast - May 09, 2018 07:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsOn today's show, I continue the path to great guitar tone with effects pedals. I look at the different types of effects and tips on what order to put them in. I also have listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/019-effects-pedals-the-path-to-great-guitar-tone-pa...
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Amplifiers, The Path To Great Guitar Tone: Part 2 - 018
Play Guitar Podcast - May 02, 2018 07:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsOn today's show, I breakdown the basics of guitar amplifiers. Once you understand how classic amps are used for different styles of music, you will be able to make better decisions with your own gear. I also have listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/018-ampli...
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The Path To Great Guitar Tone: Part 1 - 017
Play Guitar Podcast - April 25, 2018 07:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday, I’m going to start to help players who are unsure of what guitars to use for different styles of music. This is a big topic and there is never an easy answer. But when you take a look at the classic recordings of your favorite style of music, you start to see some similarities in the gear...
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Trapped In The Pentatonic Box - 016
Play Guitar Podcast - April 18, 2018 06:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday I’m going to share a technique that I use to help guitarists who can’t seem to get past playing pentatonic scales. You know there are different sounds. You can hear them. You want to play them. But, it always seems that you just keep going back to the pentatonic over and over again. This e...
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Bust Out Of Your Guitar Plateau! - 015
Play Guitar Podcast - April 11, 2018 06:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsToday, I help players get through the dreaded guitar plateau. I’ll break down the reasons that this might happen and what you can do to bust through your guitar rut! Also, I have some listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/015-bust-out-of-your-guitar-plateau Co...
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