Tips For Guitar Playing Success
Episodes
Acoustic Guitar vs Electric Guitar
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are various types of guitars, some of the more common ones are acoustic and electric. Understanding the similarities and differences can help yo...
7 Simple Steps to Memorizing a Song
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Memorizing an entire song, start to finish, might seem challenging, but when broken down into manageable steps, it's very do-able. In this episode M...
Understanding Rhythm & Tempo
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
All songs have a beat, count, vibe, sensation and feel - a.k.a. rhythm & tempo. A basic knowledge of these concepts is helpful when choosing a strummi...
7 Productive Guitar Skill Improvement Ideas!
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking for new ways to improve your guitar playing skills? These 7 suggestions can help you to creatively improve your abilities. In this ep...
How to Play Guitar By Ear
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Being able to play music 'by ear' is a wonderful skill to have in your bag of guitar playing tricks, and, here's the cool thing, it's a skill that you...
How to Play Slash Chords
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New episode! Slash chords are not chords named after Slash, the amazing guitarist of Guns 'n' Roses fame! Rather, slash chords, are chords that look,...
Learn, Play and Master Guitar Chord Progressions
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chord progressions can be very useful to learn - and play. They are the basis for many songs and playing them can improve your chord changing abilitie...
How to Sing While Playing Your Acoustic Guitar
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're new to guitar playing or an experienced guitarist, singing the lyrics to a new song you're learning to play can be a challenge. In this...
4th of July Patriotic Songs to Play on Guitar
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sharing festive music as you gather with your family and friends can be entertaining and fun ~ and there are many great patriotic songs you can play o...
Take Flight with Your Guitar!
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Up, up and away! Did you know your guitar can board an airplane with you? Yep, you're allowed to bring it onboard as your carry-on. So don't leave hom...
Road Trip! Safely Take Your Guitar Along for the Ride!
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're taking to the road this summer, take your guitar too. It's easy to pack and fun to play guitar where ever your travels take you! In this epi...
How to Play Guitar Using a Flat Pick
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to playing rhythm on your guitar you have a few options; finger style and using a flat pick, as well as combination/hybrid versions of t...
Getting Rid of String Buzzing
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It can be annoying to play a song and hear your string(s) buzzing. Those pesky sounds can be eliminated once their origins are understood. In this e...
How to Change Chords Quickly
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Changing from chord to chord can be one of the most challenging skills for guitar players. Changing quickly (and smoothly) is even more challenging. I...
How To Set A Do-Able Practice Routine
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The best way to become a better guitarist is to practice, so it makes sense to develop a reasonable practice routine, one that can turn into a habit. ...
Got Fingertip Soreness? Here’s Tips to Minimize the Pain
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do your fingertips feel sore during or after a playing session? If you answered yes, then you're normal. Good news though, there are strategies that c...
Guitar Songs for May 5th - Feliz Cinco De Mayo!
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The 5th of May, Cinco de Mayo, is a celebration of Hispanic culture. Playing Spanish themed songs on your guitar (la guitarra) is an instrumental way ...
Spring Your Strings - Acoustic Guitar String Changing 101!
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Seasons are a good reminder to change out your acoustic guitar strings (clean/polish your guitar too). If you're changing your strings now, during Apr...
Guitar Friends Interview - Steven Leavitt, The Language of Creativity
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of this show's recent 2nd Anniversary, we thought it would be fun to share Marlene being interviewed for The Language of Creativity podcast s...
Easy Easter Songs to Play on Your Guitar
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Easter songs can be fun and uplifting to play and they're great for sharing with your family and friends! In this episode Marlene describes the backgr...
2nd Anniversary Episode - The 10 Most Popular Episodes For Year 2!
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tips For Guitar Playing Success is 2 years old! In fact, April 9th, 2020 was the launch of the very first episode. Since then there have been more tha...
Sheryl Crow, Orianthi & Kaki King - 3 More Groundbreaking Female Guitarists
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rounding out the Women's History Month special series, Groundbreaking Female Guitarists, you'll learn about three more highly skilled and talented lad...
Groundbreaking Female Guitarists 1970’s - 90’s
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing the Groundbreaking Female Guitarists series in honor of Women's History Month, you'll learn about 3 fantastic female guitar players from th...
Women’s History Month - 3 Groundbreaking Female Guitarists 1960’s - 80’s
17 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrating Women's History Month, the series continues with the inspiring stories of 3 more groundbreaking and innovative female guitarists. In this ...
Women’s History Month, Groundbreaking Female Guitar Players
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of Women's History Month, you'll be able to learn about groundbreaking female guitar players, including their playing styles and achievemen...
Got Guitar? Play It!
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes new guitar owners are slow to start playing. Sometimes guitarists who've maybe stopped playing need a little inspiration. In either case all...
3 Things You’ll Need to Start Playing Guitar!
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learning to play guitar can be as easy as 1, 2, 3. All you'll need are these 3 basics guitar must-haves to be ready to rock 'n' roll! In this epis...
How To Learn To Play Guitar - In A Day!
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many people wonder if it's really possible to learn to play guitar in just one day. Yes, it is possible, especially when you have the right course, wi...
Guitar TLC, Tender Loving Care For Your Guitar!
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Acoustic guitar TLC, tender loving care, and attention, is most commonly given in the form of guitar body polishing, oiling the neck, and string chang...
How to Play All You Need Is Love
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrate February, Heart Month and Valentine's Day, with some musical love, as in All You Need Is Love by The Beatles. In this episode Marlene will s...