Play Guitar Podcast

Have you thought about getting into recording but were unsure where to start? Today, I go over the first steps, the gear you need, and some tips to get you started recording without any stress and confusion. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-get-into-recording-134 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Delay and reverb are the finishing touches for your guitar tone. Today, we finish off our tone challenge by understanding what they are and how to use them effectively. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/using-delay-and-reverb-133 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

How do you build a great guitar tone? You need a starting point. Today I go over three basic core tones you can use as the foundation for tons of different sounds. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/basic-guitar-tones-clean-crunch-and-l

How's your guitar tone? Today kicks off our Summer Guitar Tone challenge. It's time to work on our sound and get toned and ready for the summer! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/summer-guitar-tone-challenge-131 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Let's take the first step into more colorful chords... using the 9th. Today I'll explain what 9th chords are, how they are constructed, and all of the different types that you can use to fancy up your rhythm guitar. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/ninth-chords-on-guitar-130 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

One of my favorite things about learning songs is coming across new and interesting chords. Today I'll go through three of my favorite types of chords and show you how to use them in your own playing. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/fun-guitar-chords-129 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Can't make any progress and losing interest? Putting in more effort and getting less results? Today, I show my proven path to getting back on the road to success on guitar. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/stuck-in-a-guitar-rut-128 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Arpeggios? What are these awesome sounding things? Today, I give an overview of arpeggios and how to use them. They aren't as hard as you think and can make your solos sound great! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/guitar-arpeggios-explained-127 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Are you frustrated? Have you had about enough of not knowing what you are doing and very low results. Join me today as we put this in the past by solving three of the most common frustrations for guitar players. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-frustrated-guitarist-126 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

►Download the FREE Challenge Worksheet: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/lickbuildingchallenge It's my first Lick Building Challenge! Join us as we get creative and see what we awesome ideas we can make with a certain set of notes. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/lick-building-challenge-125 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

►►Download FREE guide to clear sounding chords: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/chordguide Having a hard time making the switch between acoustic and electric guitar. You are not alone. Just because they are musically set up the same, doesn't mean that they are close in feel and play-ability. Join me today as I demonstrate the physical differences between the two and what to look for if you are h...

Welcome back to the guitar! Have you made the commitment to make it work, this time. Today, I give the top 3 tips to make your experience on the guitar much more successful... this time. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/welcome-back-to-the-guitar-123 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Today, I show you the things you need to know to play riffs and melodies that lead from one chord to another. If you have ever struggled to come up with ideas for this situation, help is on the way! Show notes at : https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/playing-fills-in-between-chords-122 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Today, I take a good look at the style of David Gilmour. Lots of players can play his solos note for note. I look past the tabs and talk about the technique, gear, scale choices, and a few of my own licks that were inspired by his playing. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/playing-in-the-style-of-david-gilmour-121 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

With so many who are having such a hard time getting results with the guitar, it's hard to know how to move forward. Today I show you the clear path to get real results. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-real-way-to-learn-to-play-guitar-120Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Today, I explore the rhythm and chord work of Jimi Hendrix. I'll go over his soul guitar doublestops, advanced chord movement, and use of the 7#9 chord. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/playing-chords-in-the-style-of-jimi-hendrix-119 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

There is a lot of practicing going on lately, but how do we make the most of it and not get burned out? Today, I share some great ideas to make your time with the guitar very effective and very fun. Guitar 30 Challenge free calendar and planner at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/fun-guitar-practicing-ideas-118 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Ac...

Want to move your chord playing forward, but you're not sure what to work on. Today as part of the guitar 30 challenge, I'm sharing my roadmap to chord master, from start to finish. Download Guitar 30 Challenge planner and calendar: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ Show notes at:  https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/getting-better-at-chords-117 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

It's back! Join me this month for my second annual practice challenge. This may be the perfect time to ramp up your guitar skills and see the benefits of a solid routine. Download your calendar and planner: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/return-of-the-guitar-30-challenge-116 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Having a hard time knowing what to practice? You aren't alone. Today, i go over my three practice strategies that will have you covered, no matter what you are going through. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/strategies-for-practicing-guitar-115 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Join me today for this really fun interview with Island Styles - guitarist for Candlebox and Jimmie's Chicken Shack. We talk about being on the road, practicing, gear and whole lot more. http://candleboxrocks.com/ FREE Blues Lead Guitar Course: www.freeblueslesson.com Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/interview-with-island-styles-from-candlebox-114 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar A...

Dealing with people can be difficult when playing music. Today I go over the four types of players to surround yourself with to have a happy, calm, and productive musical situation. FREE Blues lead guitar course: http://freeblueslesson.com/ Show notes: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/surround-yourself-with-the-right-people-113 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Does your guitar leave something to be desired. Does it struggle to keep up with your playing? Today, I'm going to go over the things to consider before you decide whether to upgrade or buy new. Recommended gear: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/recommended-gear Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/should-i-upgrade-my-guitar-or-buy-new-112 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Today, I go over common chord progressions, how to classify them, different styles of progressions, and action steps to get started moving forward. https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/know-your-common-chord-progressions-on-guitar-111 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Today, I interview LA guitarist Angela Petrilli. We're talking about solid rhythm guitar playing, tasteful solos, open tuning, singing and playing and so much more!  Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/interview-with-angela-petrilli-110 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy