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🎸Are you having a problem staying on track with your practice (or even practicing at all)? Today, I'll show you how to realize that things are going off the rails and show you how to make some changes before it's too late.   ▶▶ Get your FREE Guitar PRACTICE SPACE Checklist and get set up for success: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/practice-space SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE-  https://www.playgu...

▶▶ FREE Guitar Chord Worksheet - "Guide to Clear Sounding Chords" - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/chordguide You can have your pick of guitar struggles. From what I've seen, Not finishing songs is at the top of the list. Let's take a closer look at the thing that a lot of you are avoiding... not finishing songs.  SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/not-finishing...

▶▶ FREE Guitar Worksheet - "The BIG FOUR SCALE Patterns" - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/big_four_scale_worksheet 🎸So, you are a guitar player. If so, then pentatonic scales will big a big part of your life. Today I've got some ideas to help make your pentatonic practice time a little more enjoyable and rewarding.  SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/ideas-for-...

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Struggling to setup your Guitar Studio? Here are 5 simple steps to make sure your home studio setup looks cool and brings BIG results! ►►►FREE download of my Ultimate PRACTICE SPACE checklist: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/practice-space   ---LINKS---   SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE and LINKS FOR GEAR MENTIONED-  https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/setup-your-guitar-studio-my-ultimate-home-st...

▶▶ FREE .pdf - Learn the 4 scale patterns that are in all your favorite songs - across the fretboard! https://www.playguitaracademy.com/big_four_scale_worksheet   🎸If you are new to scales and you're wondering what all of the fuss is about, or if you've been learning them and haven't seen the benefits from the work you've been putting in, Today's episode is for you!   SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE-...

▶▶ FREE Blues guitar soloing Course - "Get Your Blues Solos Under Control" - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blues-solos-under-control 🎸Phrasing is one of the most important and one of the most neglected things in music. Join me today to put the focus on something that, most likely, you need to brush up on. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/blues-and-rock-guita...

▶▶Get Exclusive Access to "Part 2" of this Lesson: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ 🎸The struggle to stay motivated is real and for a lot of us a losing battle. Join me today for my ideas on how to stay motivated and stay on the positive side of playing guitar.  SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-motivation-to-play-everyday-302 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant...

▶▶Get Exclusive Access to "Part 2" of this Lesson: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ 🎸Is your chord playing getting predictable and maybe a bit boring? Today, we'll talk about easy ways to spice up your old tired chords.   LAST WEEK TO PRE-ORDER "Solos That Make Sense" - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/solos-that-make-sense SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/in...

▶▶Get Exclusive Access to "Part 2" of this Lesson: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ 🎸Learning guitar isn't always what you think it's going to be. Today, I'm sharing with you the three things that could have saved me years of spinning my wheels.. If I had only known. PRE-ORDER My "Solos That Make Sense" Course: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/solos-that-make-sense SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE-...

▶▶Get Exclusive Access to "Part 2" of this Lesson: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ 🎸Let's take a look at your guitar licks, how they have progressed, and what we can do to make the most of your most valuable resource. Pre-Order "SOLOS THAT MAKE SENSE" - The easy way to supercharge your licks and melodies using Chord-Tone Soloing SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access...

▶▶ Get Exclusive Access to "Part 2" of this Lesson: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ 🎸Is your blues playing a little shaky? Is your blues guitar playing a little shaky? Join me today as we take the mystery out of playing over blues chord changes. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/chord-tone-targeting-for-blues-guitar-298 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to...

▶▶Get Exclusive Access to "Part 2" of this Lesson: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ 🎸Wanting to get good at guitar is something we all have in common, but it doesn't always mean the same thing. Let's put a marker on what Getting good means to you and stop wasting time going in the wrong direction. 🎸 PRE-SALE signup "Solos That Make Sense" - Playing AIMLESS solos will be a thing of your past! Y...

▶▶Get Exclusive Access to "Part 2" of this Lesson: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ 🎸Sloppy chord playing can sneak in over time or it can start right from the beginning. Let's put the focus back on chords and start tightening up our playing... TODAY!🎸 SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/don-t-neglect-your-chords-296 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to all o...

Avoiding mastering the Major Scale is a common rut that I see in a lot of my students. I try to nip that in the bud the minute I see it. And today is no exception! Get Access to "Part 2" of the lesson: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ Beginners - Click Here - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/starthereguitar 1-on-1 Coaching - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/play-guitar-coaching Show notes at:...

It's the end of the year and we have learned a lot. Let's put these lessons to the test! Join me as I go through our big topics and create something special. Get Great on Guitar in 20 Minutes a Day: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/get-great-on-guitar Beginners - Click Here - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/starthereguitar Play Guitar Academy: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ 1-on-1 Coaching...

The sweeter side of blues can be found in this very simple and very flexible pattern called the Major Blues Box. Let's find out how this thing works. See part two of this lesson inside the Academy: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-major-blues-box-293 Copyright ©2022 Play Guitar Academy

What's in the box? It's a bunch of blues solos. That's what it is! Today, we will learn what the minor blues box is and the different sounds you can get from it. FREE Blues Guitar Soloing Course - "Get Your Blues Solos Under Control". https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blues-solos-under-control Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-blues-box-minor-sounds-292 Copyright ©2022 Play...

Does your age restrict your progress or ability to have fun with the guitar? On today's show, I'm taking on the ticking clock and helping you stay motivated in the process. Play Guitar Podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlayGuitarPodcast Beginners - Click Here - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/starthereguitar Play Guitar Academy: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ 1-on-1 Coaching - ht...

It's a rite of passage, owning your first tube amp. But, it comes with a cost. Today, I help you decide if guitar tube amps are the right decision for you. Beginner Cyber Deal ( over 50% off and 7 days FREE access to "The Academy" ) "Start HERE Guitar!" beginner course - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/starthereguitar Coaching Club Cyber Deal ( over 50% off two months of coaching for new student...

What's the difference between rhythm and lead guitar? Today, I'll unpack this to help beginners AND provide some clarity for more advanced players. Cyber Week Beginner Course (1/2 off with 7-day FREE trial to the Academy): https://www.playguitaracademy.com/starthereguitar Cyber Week Coaching Intro Special (2 months for over 1/2 off): https://www.playguitaracademy.com/offers/x2agpKfL YouTube PlayGu...

Wouldn't it be great to have a map of your strong and weak notes across the fretboard? Today, I share how learning 7th-chord diatonic arpeggios in your scale patterns, can push your solos into overdrive! Get Great on Guitar in 20 Minutes a Day: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/get-great-on-guitar Beginners - Click Here - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/starthereguitar Play Guitar Academy: https...

Today, we check in with the Play Guitar Facebook Group and find out the best parts of their guitar practice and interest. These are great episodes to pick up some tips and get involved! Play Guitar Facebook Group: http://playguitargroup.com/ Get Great on Guitar in 20 Minutes a Day: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/get-great-on-guitar Beginners - Click Here - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/star...

What happened? Everything was going fine and now you are in a slump. Let's put our finger on why a guitar slump happens and learn how to pull ourselves out of it. Get Great on Guitar in 20 Minutes a Day: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/get-great-on-guitar Beginners - Click Here - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/starthereguitar Play Guitar Academy: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ 1 on 1 Coac...

Does expensive = better? Can you buy your way into better guitar playing? Join me today as I share my experience with cheap vs. expensive gear. Get Great on Guitar in 20 Minutes a Day: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/get-great-on-guitar Beginners - Click Here - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/starthereguitar Play Guitar Academy: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ 1 on 1 Coaching - https://www....