Beginner Guitar Academy
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This podcast is for beginner guitarist who want to take the confusion out of learning and the pain out of practice
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148 - Music Theory, What To Learn Next
Last week's podcast episode covered the basics of music theory but with it being such a broad topic, you may be wondering where to go next.
That's why in this week's episode I cover exactly what to study and in what order.
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Sep 15, 2023
147 - Get To Grips With Music Theory
If you want to understand music, you need to understand music theory, which is why, in this episode, I'm taking you through some music theory basics to help get you going and give you a solid foundation.
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Sep 8, 2023
146 - From The Vault: Improve Your Practice With Isolation
In this week's episode, we are taking a trip into the vault and dusting off episode 10 of the podcast to help improve your practice with isolation. So, if you want to speed up your progress, take a listen.
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Sep 1, 2023
145 - What Is GAS And How To Cure It
If there is one condition that all guitarists suffer from it's GAS. In this week’s episode, I am going to give you some ideas to help relieve this condition and help you live a normal life.
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Aug 24, 2023
144 - August’s Live Member Q&A
This week's episode is the audio from a recent live Q&A we did in the academy; we cover how to speed up your picking, get your fingers more flexible and improve your palm muting, among other things.
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Aug 18, 2023
143 - 10 Great Guitar Documentaries (Part 2)
This episode is the second in a two-part series going through ten great guitar documentaries. So if you want to be inspired and motivated to play guitar, keep listening.
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Aug 10, 2023
142 - 10 Great Guitar Documentaries
I love a good documentary, and a good documentary can be both inspiring and motivating, and that's why this episode is the first in a two-part series going through ten great guitar documentaries.
So if you want to be inspired and motivated to play guitar, keep listening.
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Aug 3, 2023
141 - How Much Guitar Practice Is Too Much
So practice is essential to become better at guitar, so it stands to reason that the more you practice, the better you become, right? Well, no, not exactly, and I will tell you why in this episode.
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Jul 27, 2023
140 - 5 Steps To Campfire Guitar Success
Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, these five steps will help you shine like a star around the campfire and set you on your way to Campfire Guitar Success.
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Jul 20, 2023
139 - What Is The G4 GUITAR Method?
What is the G4 GUITAR method? This is a question I get asked quite often. So if you asking that question yourself, keep listening, because that's exactly what I'm going to answer in this week's episode.
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Jul 13, 2023
138 - What Is Fret Buzz And How To Fix It
In this episode, we are diving into the world of "fret buzz" and exploring how to fix this common issue that plagues many guitar players. So if fret buzz is something you have been struggling with then keep listening.
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Jul 6, 2023
137 - 5 Steps To Fix Your Rhythm Playing
If you have problems with your rhyhtm playing, this episode is for you. I take you through 5 steps to help take your rhythm playing to the next level.
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Jun 30, 2023
136 - Halfway Through The 365-Day Practice Challenge
We are now halfway through the year which means we are halfway through the 365-day practice challenge so today's episode is a check-in to see how you are going and prepare you for the second half of the year.
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Jun 22, 2023
135 - How To Make Guitar Practice More Fun
On this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, the host, Paul Andrews, discusses ways to make guitar practice more enjoyable.
As an online guitar school, Beginner Guitar Academy aims to simplify the process of learning to play guitar. Paul gives tips and strategies to make guitar practice more fun, like setting goals, monitoring progress, and being part of a community of like-minded people.
He also recommends setting time and repetition requirements to stay engaged while practicing. Additionally, Paul provides insights into the seven essential guitar skills.
Download the FREE 8 Simple Tips To Make Faster Progress guide here.
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Jun 16, 2023
134 - 10 Greatest Solos Of The 21st Century (Part 2)
In this week's episode, I am continuing my countdown of the 10 greatest guitar solos of the 21st century.
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Jun 8, 2023
133 - 10 Greatest Solos Of The 21st Century (Part 1)
In this week's episode, I am counting down the 10 greatest guitar solos of the 21st century.
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Jun 1, 2023
132 - The Six-Minute Guitar Practice Plan
Nowadays, everyone is busy and short of time, so optimising your time and making the most of it is essential. That is why in this week's episode, I show you a six-minute practice session that includes everything you need to progress in as little time as possible.
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May 26, 2023
131 - 10 Bad Habits To Avoid On Guitar
In this week, episode I go through ten bad habits that I often see beginner guitarists make and how to avoid them.
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May 18, 2023
130 - What Are Arpeggios & How To Play Them
_On this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we're delving into Arpeggios, specifically how to play them and why they're beneficial. I discuss the difference between harmonic and melodic Arpeggios and provide tips for practising them effectively._
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May 11, 2023
129 - The History Of Blues Music
_On this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, learn all about blues music, from its origin in the Deep South of America to its influence on contemporary genres like heavy metal and hip hop._
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May 4, 2023
128 - 5 Ways To Become More Confident On Video
In this week's Beginner Guitar Academy podcast episode, we discuss something that can make any beginner guitarist a little nervous - recording yourself on video. But don't worry, I've got you covered with five tips to increase your confidence on camera.
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Apr 27, 2023
127 - Is Yousician The Best Way To Learn Guitar?
In this week's episode, I explore whether Yousician is the best way to learn guitar. Yousician is a Finnish interactive and educational music service that offers instant feedback to users as they play their instruments. With a gamified interface, the app offers courses, songs, and challenges to supplement their main learning pathway. Sounds good but is it the best way to learn guitar as Yousician claims?
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Apr 21, 2023
126 - The 5 Greatest Live Guitar Moments
In this week's episode, I discuss the top five greatest live guitar moments of all time. From Jimi Hendrix setting his guitar on fire to The Beatle's first US performance and the birth of Beatlemania.
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Apr 15, 2023
125 - 10 Common Beginner Problems + Solutions
In this week's episode, I go through 10 common beginner guitarist problems that always come up and give you solutions to help you overcome them or avoid them entirely.
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Apr 7, 2023
124 - What I Wish I Had Known Sooner About Learning Guitar?
In this week's episode, I ask BGA members what's one thing they wish they had known sooner about learning to play the guitar.
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Mar 30, 2023
123 - 90 Days Into The 365-Day Practice Challenge
We are now 90 through the 365-day practice challenge I started in January.
This episode is a check-in to see how everybody is getting on with it, and if you haven't started it yet, I will go through everything you need to know to get started.
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Mar 24, 2023
122 - Talent vs Skill
In this week's episode, I’m going to discuss talent vs skill and why just because you don’t have natural talent, you can still learn to play the guitar.
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Mar 16, 2023
121 - Complete Guide To Guitar Strings
Strings are fundamental to guitar playing, but if you have ever been to a music shop and seen all the different packs of strings, you will know that choosing strings can be very confusing.
In this week's episode, I am going through everything you need to know about guitar strings.
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Mar 10, 2023
120 - 10 Awesome Slide Guitarists (Part 2)
This week's episode is the second in a two-part series looking at ten awesome slide guitarists.
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Mar 3, 2023
119-10 Awesome Slide Guitarists (Part 1)
This week's episode is the first in a two-part series looking at ten awesome slide guitarists.
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Feb 24, 2023
118 - 5 Guitar Playing Fundamentals you MUST Know
You must have the fundamentals to be good at anything, which is also true of learning guitar. Thats why in this week's episode, I will take you through 5 Guitar Playing Fundamentals you MUST Know.
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Feb 17, 2023
117 - Fix Your Rhythm Playing Problems
The number one skill students struggle with in their progress checks & level assessments is rhythm. Thats why in this episode, I will walk you through everything you need to know to get your rhythm rock solid.
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Feb 9, 2023
116 - Learn Faster With The Rule Of Three
In this week's episode, I will introduce you to the rule of three, which will get you learning quicker with less frustration and more understanding, so if that sounds good, check it out.
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Feb 2, 2023
115 - How To Build The Habit Of Guitar Practice
It apparently takes 32 days for the average American to give up their new year's resolution meaning this week is when most people fail, and I don't want that for you. Thats why in this week's episode, I'm going to talk about how to turn your practice into a habit.
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Jan 27, 2023
114 - What’s All The Fuss About Jimi Hendrix?
In this week's episode, I will try to answer one of my student's questions, What’s All The Fuss About Jimi Hendrix? So if you are wondering the same thing, keep listening.
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Jan 20, 2023
113 - 10 Three-Chord Songs To Learn
In this episode, I take you through 10 three-chord songs that are fun to play and will help you work on different skills & techniques.
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Jan 13, 2023
112 - Is Music Theory Necessary To Play Guitar
In this episode, I am answering the question is Music Theory Necessary To Play Guitar? Some think it is, and some think it isn’t, so keep listening to find out what I think.
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Jan 6, 2023
111 - What Are Pentatonic Scales?
In this week's episode, I'm talking all about pentatonic scales. What they are, how to practice them and why you would want to.
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Dec 30, 2022
110 - 365 Day Guitar Practice Challenge
In this week's episode, I am setting you a challenge which, if you complete. Will see your guitar playing improve dramatically.
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Dec 23, 2022
109 - 5 Most Popular Episodes of The BGA Podcast in 2022 (Part 2)
In this week's episode, I am continuing my countdown of the five most popular episodes of the BGA podcast in 2022.
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Dec 16, 2022
108 - 5 Most Popular Episodes of The BGA Podcast in 2022
As we near the end of the year, I'm looking back and counting down the five most popular episodes of the BGA podcast from 2022.
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Dec 9, 2022
107 - Best Apps For Guitarists
In this week's episode, I'm going through the best apps for guitarists. So make sure you have got some spare storage on your phone and WIFI access then get downloading.
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Dec 1, 2022
106 - Complete Guide To Guitar Picks
Many beginner guitarists don’t think twice about their guitar pick and use any old one nearby. Guitar picks make a huge difference to your tone and playing. So listen to this week's episode to learn everything you need to know about guitar picks.
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Nov 25, 2022
105 - The Guitar Players Christmas Gift Guide
With Christmas fast approaching, this episode is all about gifts for guitar players. I will run you through the best gifts for that guitar player in your life or for your own Christmas list.
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Nov 18, 2022
104 - How To Practise Ear Training
Ear training is one of those skills that often gets overlooked and left out of the practice schedule. In this week's episode, I'm going over what ear training is, why you should practice it and most importantly, how.
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Nov 11, 2022
103 - The #1 Reason Beginners Get Confused & Frustrated
In this week's episode, we look at the number one reason beginners get confused and frustrated when learning guitar. Wanna know what it is? Then keep listening.
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Nov 4, 2022
102 - Standing Or Sitting: Which Way Should You Practice Guitar?
When practising the guitar, do you sit or do you stand? Which way is better, and does it even matter? This is what we are going to find out in today’s episode.
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Oct 28, 2022
101 - 5 Steps To Writing Songs On Guitar
In this episode, I will help you release your creative side by walking you through the 5 Steps To Writing Songs On Guitar.
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Oct 21, 2022
100 - Advice & Tips From 9 BGA Members
We made it! 100 episodes!
To celebrate episode 100, I invited 9 BGA members to share their advice and tips from their guitar journey.
I have also got a special gift for all BGA podcast listeners.
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Oct 13, 2022
099 - 90% Quit BUT That's NOT Gonna Be You (Part Two)
This week's episode is the second in a two-part series looking at why 90% of beginner guitarists quit in the first 12 months. So if you want to be part of the 10% that are successful with learning guitar, take a listen.
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Oct 7, 2022
098 - 90% Quit But That's Not Gonna Be You (Part One)
This week's episode is the first in a two-part series looking at why 90% of beginner guitarists quit in the first 12 months. So if you want to be part of the 10% that are successful with learning guitar, take a listen.
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Sep 30, 2022
097 - What Does Playing In A Key Mean?
In this episode, I will answer the question, what does playing in a key mean? So if you have asked the same question, keep listening.
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Sep 22, 2022
096 - 10 Awesome Acoustic Guitarists You Should Know About (Part 2)
This week's episode is the second in a two-part series introducing 10 awesome acoustic guitar players you should know about.
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Sep 15, 2022
095 - 10 Awesome Acoustic Guitarists You Should Know About (Part 1)
This week's episode is the first in a two-part series introducing ten awesome acoustic guitar players you should know about.
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Sep 8, 2022
094 - How To Improve At Improvisation
If there is one thing that stops most beginner lead guitarists in their tracks, it’s improvisation; what should I play? How should I play it? If you have asked these same questions, then keep listening as I break down how to improve at improvisation.
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Sep 2, 2022
093 - 10 Awesome Finger Picking Songs
If you are tired of your guitar pick, this episode is for you as I count down ten awesome finger-picking songs. These will be great to learn the style and give you some fun songs to play.
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Aug 26, 2022
092 - Are You A Beginner Or Intermediate Guitarist?
If you feel like a perpetual beginner and wonder where you are on your guitar-playing journey. Then this episode is for you as I will answer the question are you a beginner or intermediate guitarist?
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Aug 19, 2022
091 - 3 Steps To Learn Songs
If you have struggled with learning songs in the past, then this episode is for you. I will walk you through the three steps to help you learn a song quicker, easier and with less frustration.
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Aug 12, 2022
090 - 5 Guitar Master Classes You Should Watch
In this episode, I go through 5 guitar master classes you should watch, so if you are looking for some inspiration or something to watch on your way to work, check this episode out.
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Aug 4, 2022
089 - Where To Start With Learning Guitar
In this week's episode, I will go through how to start learning guitar. So if you are just beginning your guitar journey or looking for a bit more direction, take a listen.
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Jul 28, 2022
088 - 7 Things To Do Every Time You Practice Guitar
In this week's episode, I am going through 7 essential things that you should do every time your practice guitar.
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Jul 22, 2022
087 - 5 Steps To Get Back Into Playing The Guitar
Is your guitar gathering dust? Have you been away on an extended vacation, recently healed from an injury, or life has just been busy. Don't worry; this week's episode will help get you back on track.
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Jul 15, 2022
086 - Common Guitar Playing Injuries & How To Avoid Them
In this episode, I go through some common guitar-playing injuries, what they are, how they are caused and how you can avoid them. So if you want to enjoy the guitar and remain pain-free, keep listening.
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Jul 7, 2022
085 - 6 MORE Essential Blues Albums You Should Listen To
In this episode, I give you 6 MORE Blues albums you should check out. If you want to become a better blues guitar player it is essential that you listen to blues music and these six albums are essential listening.
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Jun 30, 2022
084 - 6 Blues Albums You Should Listen To
If you want to become a better blues guitar player it is essential that you listen to blues music. In this episode, I recommend 6 classic blues albums for you to listen to.
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Jun 23, 2022
083 - John Mayer’s 5 Top Guitar Tips
For this week's episode, I have been searching YouTube to bring you John Mayer’s Top 5 Guitar Tips.
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Jun 16, 2022
082 - How To Avoid, Recognise & Overcome Guitar Burnout
If you are like most guitar players, you will hit a wall and lose your drive to play the guitar at some time or another. This is what we call guitar burnout.
In this week's episode, I will tell you how to Avoid, Recognise & Overcome Guitar Burnout before it becomes a problem.
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Jun 11, 2022
081 - Should You Learn Guitar In-Person Or Online?
In this week's episode, I discuss the pros & cons of learning guitar online vs in person. So if you are wondering which method of learning would be best for you, keep listening.
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Jun 3, 2022
080 - Open Weekend Live Q&A Recording
This week's episode is a recording from the live Q&A I did as part of the recent Beginner Guitar Academy open weekend. I answer questions on the best beginner guitar amps, what a key is and more.
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May 27, 2022
079 - The Seven Essential Guitar Skills
This week's episode will take you through the seven essential guitar skills that will help you structure your guitar practice, make faster progress, and become a well-rounded guitar player. Sound good? Well, keep listening.
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May 20, 2022
078 - 5 Ways To Improve Your Timing
Out of the seven essential skills, the one that most people struggle with is Rhythm. Most struggle to stay in time when strumming through a song or find it tough to create an interesting rhythm when improvising.
If this describes you, you are in the right place because I will give you five tips to improve your timing in this week's episode.
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May 13, 2022
077 - 9 Of The Best YouTube Guitar Teachers
If you have ever looked for guitar lessons on YouTube, you will know that finding a good teacher is not easier.
That is why I am going to go through 9 of the best youtube guitar teachers in this week's episode.
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May 6, 2022
076 - What Is The CAGED System & Should I Learn It?
This week's episode is all about the CAGED system. What it is, why you should learn it, when you should learn it and how you should learn it.
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Apr 29, 2022
075 - Can You Learn Guitar Over 40?
If you are over 40 and wondering if you have missed your chance at learning to play the guitar, then this episode is for you.
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Apr 22, 2022
074 - What Is A Guitar Setup & Do I Need One?
In this episode, I will walk you through exactly what a guitar setup is and answer the question, do you need one?
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Apr 15, 2022
073 - How To Stop Your Pick From Spinning
One of the most annoying things for beginner guitar players is trying to keep hold of their picks. In this episode, I will give you some tips to help stop your pick from spinning.
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Apr 9, 2022
072 - 5 Guitar Podcasts Worth Downloading
If you are a fan of podcasts you are going to like this episode as I give through 5 Guitar Podcasts Worth Downloading.
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Apr 1, 2022
071 - 7 Things You Can Do This Weekend To Get Better At Guitar
In this week's episode, I’m going to give you seven simple ideas that you can use this weekend to get better at guitar.
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Mar 25, 2022
070 - 5 Scales You Must Know
Major, Minor, Blues, Mixolydian, super Locrian, Phrygian dominant there are so many guitar scales it can be overwhelming knowing where to begin.
So in this episode, I’m going through the five scales you must know.
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Mar 18, 2022
069 - What’s The Difference Between A Squier And A Fender
What’s the difference between Fender and Squier? There is obviously a big difference in price but why, this is what I am going to be answering in this week's episode.
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Mar 11, 2022
068 - 5 Steps To Playing Guitar & Singing At The Same Time
Playing the guitar and singing at the same time is tricky which is why in this episode I’m taking you through a step by step plan to help get you playing and singing as soon as possible.
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Mar 3, 2022
067 - Music Theory, Rhythm Notation
In this week's episode, we are concluding our look at the London College of Music’s popular music theory preliminary exam with a look at the rhythm notation section of the exam.
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Feb 25, 2022
066 - Music Theory, Chords
In this week's episode, we are continuing our look at the London College of Music’s popular music theory preliminary exam with a look at the chords section of the exam.
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Feb 19, 2022
065 - Music Theory, Scales & Keys
In this weeks episode, you will learn how to construct major & minor scales. You will learn the difference between major & minor scales, what a tonic note is, scale degrees and key signatures.
So if you want to improve your understanding of popular music theory, keep listening.
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Feb 11, 2022
064 - 10 Ways To Practice Without Your Guitar
Just because you don't have a guitar doesn't mean you can't practice.
In this week's episode, I take you through 10 Ways To Practice Without Your Guitar.
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Feb 3, 2022
063 - 5 Most Popular Episodes Of The BGA Podcast in 2021 (Part 2)
In this weeks episode, I am continuing my countdown of the 5 most popular episodes of the BGA podcast from 2021.
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Jan 28, 2022
062 - 5 Most Popular Episodes Of The BGA Podcast in 2021 (Part 1)
As we near the end of January and continue to march into 2022 I'm looking back and counting down the 5 most popular episodes of the BGA podcast in 2021.
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Jan 21, 2022
061 - When Should You Change Your Strings?
In this week's episode, I answer the age-old question, when should I change my strings? I detail how to find out when it's time, what strings you should buy and how to care for them so they last longer.
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Jan 14, 2022
060 - How to Create a Kick-A** Practice Routine
In this week's episode, I give you an overview of what we covered in the recent 14-day practice challenge and show you how to create a kick-A** practice routine.
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Jan 9, 2022
059 - 10 Best Guitarists of 2021 (Part 2)
This episode is the second in a two-part series counting down the ten best guitarists of 2021.
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Dec 31, 2021
058 - 10 Best Guitarists of 2021 (Part 1)
This episode is the first in a two-part series counting down the ten best guitarists of 2021.
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Dec 23, 2021
057 - 10 New Year's Resolutions to rock 2022
2022 is fast approaching so in this episode, I go through 10 new year resolutions that will help you rock 2022.
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Dec 19, 2021
056 - When To Learn The Notes On The Neck
In this weeks episode, I am going to be talking about the Notes down the guitar neck, when you should learn them, why you should learn them and how to go about learning them.
So if you want to get notes under your fingers instead of just fret numbers check this episode out.
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Dec 11, 2021
055 - 7 Reasons You Are Not Making Progress
We all wish we were better guitar players, and we all want to make faster progress. But there might be a few things that are holding you back from seeing the results you want.
In this weeks episode, I take you through the 7 most common reasons beginners don't make progress on the guitar.
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Dec 4, 2021
054 - Gifts For Guitar Players
In this weeks episode, I'm taking a look at some guitar gifts, gifts you can buy other guitar players or that you can keep yourself depending on how generous you are.
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Nov 26, 2021
053 - Should I Use a Pick or Fingers?
In this episode, I will answer one of the most common questions I get from beginner guitarists: should I use a pick or my fingers to play the guitar.
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Nov 20, 2021
052 - 7 Must Know Christmas Songs
In this episode, I go through the 7 must know Christmas songs that will bring a smile to everybody's face over the Christmas period.
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Nov 14, 2021
051 - Major Chords vs Minor Chords
In this episode, we are looking at major and minor chords, how they are constructed and how they sound, so if you want a better understanding of these super common chords, keep listening.
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Nov 6, 2021
050 - 7 Steps To Faster Chord Changes
In this weeks episode, I take you through 7 steps that will make your chord changes faster & smoother.
I also announce the winner of our giveaway to win a year's access to Beginner Guitar Academy worth $468.
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Oct 30, 2021
049 - The Most Important Scale You Will Ever Learn
In this week's episode, I go over the major scale. The major scale is the most basic and important scale there is.
We will go over how to construct the major scale, play in different keys, practice it, and a few songs to put it to work. Everything you need to become a Major scale MASTER!
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Oct 23, 2021
048 - Beginners Guide To Guitar Amps
If you are new to electric guitar and are looking to buy your first guitar amp or have been playing a while and are looking to upgrade, make sure you check out this weeks episode of the podcast to learn all about guitar amps.
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Oct 15, 2021
047 - Which Chords Should I Learn?
If you've found yourself feeling overwhelmed by the number of guitar chords there are and unsure where to begin or which ones you should be learning.
Make sure you listen to this week's podcast episode because I will talk about which chords you should learn and in which order.
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Oct 9, 2021
046 - 10 Most Common Lesson One Questions
In this week's episode, I have compiled a list of the 10 most asked questions by beginner students in their first lesson.
Some of these might be questions you were afraid to ask or didn't even know you should.
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Oct 1, 2021
045 - 7 Ways To Break Out Of A Guitar Rut
In this week's episode, I'm going to show you some techniques I use when I feel like I've hit a guitar rut, and how when I apply them to my own playing, it always seems to break me out of my rut and gives me inspiration for new ideas.
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Sep 24, 2021
044 - How Can I Improve My Strumming?
In this week's episode, I answer a common beginner guitarist's question, 'how can I improve my strumming?'
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Sep 17, 2021
043 - Music Theory, Where to Begin?
Music theory is one of those subjects you either love or hate. Some people like to know the ins and outs of playing, while others just want to play.
Understanding music theory will help you become a better musician and speed up the process of learning because you will understand what you are doing rather than stumbling around in the dark.
In this episode, we are talking about getting started with music theory and will look at the musical alphabet, which is the foundation of everything to come.
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Sep 12, 2021
042 - How To Get Started With Effects Pedals
The topic of effects pedals can be very overwhelming for beginner guitarists. How do they work, which effects do you need and what is up with the weird names such as Flanger?
In this week's episode, I will answer all the common questions, including how they work, why you would need them, and which effects you should start with.
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Sep 3, 2021
041 - Is Using A Capo Cheating?
This question pops up a lot online and can be confusing for beginners.
In this weeks episode, I will answer this question as well as others such as what a capo does, the different types, why you would use one and what songs use a capo.
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Aug 28, 2021
040 - Different Electric Guitars & What They Are Used For
There are so many different types of electric guitar such as a Fender Telecaster, Gibson SG, Ibanez JEM.
Each one has its strengths and in this weeks episode, I am going to explain what they are, the players that use them and which one would be the best for you to buy.
So if you think every electric guitar is the same check out this weeks episode to get the full story.
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Aug 20, 2021
039 - 15 Tips From 15 Pro Guitarists
In this weeks episode, I share 15 tips from 15 pro guitarists that will help you on your journey to becoming a better guitar player.
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Aug 14, 2021
038 - Could You Pass BGA Level One?
Could You Pass BGA Level One? In this week's episode, I am going to put you to the test and run you through the exact requirements to pass Level One.
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Aug 5, 2021
037 - 5 Best Beginner Guitar Solos
In this weeks episode, I walk you through the 5 best guitar solos for beginner guitarists to learn.
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Jul 31, 2021
036 - How To Turn Scales Into Solos
In this week's episode, I will take you through a four-step process to help take you from playing scales to playing solos.
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Jul 24, 2021
035 - Best Place To Find Guitar TABs Online
In this episode, I discuss the best places to find guitar tabs online both free & paid.
Below is the links mention in the episode for free TAB sites:
https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/
https://www.songsterr.com/
https://guitarprotabs.org/
https://www.guitartabs.cc/
https://www.911tabs.com/
https://www.guitaretab.com/
Below are the links for paid sites:
https://www.musicnotes.com/
https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com/
https://www.guitarinstructor.com/
And finally here are links to sites to buy physical books:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/
https://www.musicroom.com/
https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/
If you want more from online lessons come and check out Beginner Guitar Academy for only $1 for a 14-day trial.
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Jul 16, 2021
034 - 7 Ways To Make More Time For Guitar
In this weeks episode, I go through 7 ways to help make more time for guitar when life gets busy.
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Jul 10, 2021
033 - Keep Making Mistakes? Do This...
If you are like most guitar players, when you make a mistake, you try again and make the same mistake, so you try again and again and again, making the same mistake each time.
In this episode, I walk you through a simple three-step process to stop making the same mistake over and over again and start making faster progress.
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Jul 2, 2021
032 - The Why, What & How Of Guitar Practice
In this week's episode of the podcast, I will discuss the why, what & how of guitar practice.
In the episode, I cover important topics such as the difference between practising and playing the guitar, what deliberate practice is and how to structure a practice session.
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Jun 26, 2021
031 - The 10 Greatest Riffs Of All Time (Part 2)
In this episode, we continue our countdown of the 10 greatest riffs of all time with a look at riffs 5 to 1.
Here are links to the songs featured in this episode:
*Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Love = *
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1NmPFgdt6Y
*Smoke On The Water = *
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikGyZh0VbPQ
*Back In Black = *
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vImyP5EYc8
*Crazy Train = *
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8SCm7kNhOk
*Whole Lotta Love = *
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIQMktyP90s
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Jun 18, 2021
030 - The 10 Greatest Riffs Of All Time (Part 1)
In this episode, we begin counting down the 10 greatest riffs of all time starting from number 10 to number 6. In next weeks episode, we will count down the remaining 5.
Here are links to the songs featured in this episode:
*Purple Haze = *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSsjtiky9xI
*La Grange = *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=euZm1TfO9xY
*Walk = *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwXK6lrKkL4
*Iron Man = *https://youtu.be/qS2cCyx7nM0
*Enter Sandman = *https://youtu.be/_W7wqQwa-TU
To sign up for the top 5 greatest riffs of all time workshop click here.
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Jun 13, 2021
029 - The Metronome Doesn’t Suck..You Suck!
In this weeks' episode, I will explain the what, why & how behind using a metronome and why it might not be the metronomes fault why you don't get along.
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Jun 5, 2021
028 - How To Learn Scales And See Progress
I saw a post recently which said, ‘I feel like I've been trying to learn scales forever, I do not really see much progress (at least that's how I feel).‘
We have not really talked about scales on the podcast before, and as some of you will already know, they are one of the seven essential guitar skills, so they should be a part of your practice.
The problem is they are often misunderstood. In this episode, I will explain the what, why & how behind scales.
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May 29, 2021
027 - The First Steps To Ear Training
In this weeks' episode, we are going to be taking a look at the first steps to ear training through a lesson from the academy.
You will be introduced to the level one ear training requirement and given a test to put the theory into practice.
To continue your ear training studies check out:
https://www.earmaster.com/
https://trainer.thetamusic.com/
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May 21, 2021
026 - 3 Steps To Great Sounding Chords
In this weeks episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy Podcast, I walk you through the 3 steps you need to master to get great-sounding chords.
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May 14, 2021
025 - 10 Common Beginner Guitarist Mistakes
In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy, I go through the top 10 most common beginner guitarist mistakes.
Make sure you listen to this episode to avoid making the mistakes yourself!
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May 7, 2021
024 - When Should I Start Learning Barre Chords?
I this week's episode of the podcast I answer the question 'When Should I Start Learning Barre Chords?'.
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Apr 30, 2021
023 - How To Setup An Amp And Use Effects
This week's episode contains the audio from the 'How To Setup An Amp And Use Effects' workshop I presented last Sunday.
You will learn about the three main guitar amp types, what the different controls do and how to use the most common guitar effects.
So if you don't know what a Tube amp is or your Chorus from your Flanger then this episode is for you.
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Apr 24, 2021
022 - 8 Simple Ways To Make Faster Progress
In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast I share 8 simple ways to make faster progress.
Download the free eBook that accompanies this episode as well as videos on the 8 tips here http://www.8guitartips.com/
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Apr 17, 2021
021 -Where Can I Expect To Be After Six Months Of Playing Guitar?
In this weeks episode, I answer the question 'Where can I expect to be after six months of playing guitar?'
This is a really common question I get from beginner guitarists and there are actually two things you need to make fast progress on the guitar.
Have a listen to find out what they are.
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Apr 10, 2021
020 - 10 Best Beginner Guitar Songs
In this weeks episode I go through my tried and tested list of 10 best beginner guitar songs.
The list includes:
* Under Pressure by David Bowie & Queen
* Horse with No Name by America
* Pretty Women by Roy Orbison
* Petter Gunn by Henry Mancini* *
* Elenor Rigby by The Beatles
* Smoke on The Water by Deep Purple
* Songbird by Oasis
* Love Me Do by The Beatles
* Knockin' on Heavens Door by Bob Dylan
* Sweet Home Chicago by Eric Clapton
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Apr 3, 2021
019 - Is Electric Guitar More Beginner Friendly Than Acoustic?
In this week's episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, I am answering the age-old question Is 'Electric Guitar More Beginner Friendly Than Acoustic?'
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Mar 26, 2021
018 - Why Practice Practice Practice Is Terrible Advice
In this week's episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, I am discussing why practice practice practice is terrible advice and what you should do instead.
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Mar 20, 2021
017 - 10 AWESOME Female Guitarists (Part 2)
This weeks episode is part two in a two-part series looking at 10 AWESOME female guitarists. Below are links to all the music featured in this weeks episode.
*Joan Jett*
https://youtu.be/_uOcx10o6Yg
*Bonnie Raitt*
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rT-FoZt95D4
*Jennifer Batten*
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dauaFizBu0c
*Larkin Poe *
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuxCP5ehYkk
*Joanne Shaw Taylor*
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DIh8sz9pTkc
Don’t forget to subscribe to make sure you do not miss out on future epodes of the podcast, See you next week.
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Mar 13, 2021
016 - 10 AWESOME Female Guitarists (Part 1)
This weeks episode is part one in a two-part series looking at 10 AWESOME female guitarists. Below are links to all the music featured in this weeks episode.
*Sister Rosetta Thorpe*
Didn't It Rain? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9a49oFalZE
*Nita Strauss*
Guitar solo from 2017 with Alice Cooper in Stockholm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fc9Ojq04P6s
*Samantha Fish*
I Put a Spell on You live from 2014
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GL9rBAjut2g
https://samanthafish.com/
*Orianthi*
Light of Manos 2010
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcDl5iurD_c
https://iamorianthi.com/
*Kaki King*
Teek July 2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWIqQ5ueUm8
http://www.kakiking.com/
Don’t forget to subscribe to make sure you do not miss out on future epodes of the podcast. See you next week for part 2!
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Mar 5, 2021
015 - What To Practice When You Are Short On Time
In this episode, I discuss a few ways to get the most out of your practice when you are short on time.
The most important thing is what you practice. Instead of playing the same riff or song, you have been playing for the last 20 years. Make sure you have structure and are practising the seven essential skills which are:
* Picking
* Chords
* Arpeggios
* Scales
* Rhythm
* Notes
* Aural
Break up your practice into four different sections:
* Picking/Warm-up
* Skill One
* Skill Two
* Song
For skill one and skill two choose from the list of seven essential skills and rotate through the remaining skills every time you practice. The goal is to get to the end of the week having practised all seven skills.
You can spend as long as you like on each section such as 5 minutes on each section totalling 20 minutes or if you are short on time even just one minute on each section.
*A little bit of something is better than a whole lot of nothing.*
Have a clear goal when pr…
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Feb 25, 2021
014 - How To Play Dominant Seventh Chords
In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we take a look at the chord of the month.
Chord of the month is where I focus on a particular chord or chord type with the goal of helping you better understand what it is, how to use it and finish with a few songs so you can put your new shapes to use.
This month we are looking at Dominant 7th chords.
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Feb 7, 2021
013 - How To Improve Your Up Strum & Not Miss Strings
One of the most common complaints I hear from beginner guitarists is they find up strumming hard especially when using a pick.
In this episode I breakdown the mechanics of your strumming hand and give you a few tips on how to improve your up strumming.
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Jan 6, 2021
012 - What Would Be A Good Guitar Practice Routine?
In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast I answer the question 'What Would Be A Good Guitar Practice Routine?'
I tell you exactly what should be included in your practice sessions and give you a 30, 20 & 10-minute routine to follow as well as deep dive into an example routine showing you how it all fits together.
After listening you will have a clear plan on how to improve your practice sessions and make the most of your practice time.
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Nov 23, 2020
The Academy is Open & Special Offer
It's great to be able to bring you some good news amongst all the chaos we find ourselves in...
Beginner Guitar Academy is now ready to be revealed...it is bigger and better than ever and I can't wait for you to see it. Learning guitar has never been more straightforward.
Head over to Beginnerguitaracademy.com for more info.
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Oct 20, 2020
011 - 10 Ways To Stay Motivated While Learning Guitar
In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast I discuss 10 ways to stay motivated while learning guitar.
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Oct 5, 2020
010 - Improve Your Practice With Isolation
In this episode I discuss Isolation, a super simple idea but I bet your are not using it. Take a listen to improve your practice.
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Aug 17, 2020
009 - How To Buy Your Perfect First Beginner Guitar
In this episode I will break down the three different types of guitar, help you pick the right one for you and have you strolling out of the guitar shop with your head held high, confident that you chose the perfect first guitar.
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Mar 28, 2020
008 - 7 Common Beginner Guitar Player Questions
In this episode of the podcast I answer 7 common beginner guitar player questions, including:
* Am I too old to learn guitar?
* Should I begin learning on an acoustic guitar first?
* How much do I need to practice to learn guitar?
* How long will it take me to learn to play my first song?
* Why do my fingers hurt so much?
* What will I need to buy when learning to play guitar?
* Can I learn to play guitar from YouTube?
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Jan 16, 2020
007 - 5 New Year’s Resolutions to Make You a Better Guitarist
Kick-start the year with 5 New Year’s Resolutions to Make You a Better Guitarist.
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Nov 7, 2019
006 - October Member Q&A Call
In this episode you will go behind the scenes and listen to our October members only Q&A call.
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Oct 24, 2019
005 - Do You Have To Learn To Read Music to Play Guitar?
In this episode, I will be answering the question 'Do You Have To Learn To Read Music to Play Guitar?'
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Aug 2, 2019
004 - 7 Things Every Beginner NEEDS to Learn Guitar at Home
In this episode I will introduce what I see as the 7 most important things a beginner needs to succeed with learning the guitar at home and give you a few tips on the best ways to use them.
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Jul 28, 2019
003 - The Beginner Guitar Academy Story
In this episode I am going to talk about the Beginner Guitar Academy Story, how it came about, what it is and what it is going to be.
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Jul 9, 2019
002 - Chord of the Month: G Major Guitar Chord
Even though G tends to be one of the first chords beginners learn, it is definitely not one of the easiest. In this episode we will be taking an in-depth look at how G is constructed, the most common ways it is played as well as a few tips that will help with learning any new chord.
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Jun 28, 2019
001 - 5 Tips To Help You Succeed With Online Guitar Lessons
The internet has totally changed the way we learn. Go back a few years and if you wanted to learn something new you had to borrow a dusty book from the library or befriended a wise old person. These days you just hop on over to Google or YouTube and the world is at your fingertips. Technology is amazing and has made it possible for millions of people to learn to play guitar online. With so many courses and lessons to choose from learning to play guitar online is now a viable option and can be a godsend if you don’t have a local guitar teacher or the spare cash for private instruction. Now, as awesome as the internet is at helping people learn to play the guitar there are a few vital things that will help you be more successful that often get overlooked. In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast I want to give you 5 tips that will help you be more successful with learning guitar online.
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