Tips For Guitar Playing Success

NEW! Get all the latest Tips For Guitar Playing Success news and insights including upcoming episodes and guitar related happenings! In this March Newsletter Marlene will describe the 4 episodes dropping this month, plus she'll share some fun ways to get musically inspired - so stay tuned! Women's History Month, Female Guitarist Episode Links: Sheryl Crow, Orianthi & KaKi King Joan Jett, Melis...

Leap Day only comes around every 4 years, so how about some leap themed songs to play on your guitar? Go ahead, take the leap! In this episode Marlene talks about how to play 3 leap songs, Leap of Faith, Jump and Quantum Leap, and some fun Leap Day facts!  Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coaching Sessions Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success...

Are you finding that you're coming up with excuses not to practice? If so, then take a look at what's really behind the excuses. In this episode Marlene talks about 3 common practice excuses, what's behind them and how to overcome them. 1/26/22 Episode Link Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coaching Sessions Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Succes...

Guitar TLC, tender loving care, is essential for a long and healthy playing life. Here's what you need to know and do! In this episode Marlene talks about climate conditions, how they effect your guitar and how to create the perfect environment.  2/10/22 episode link   Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coaching Sessions Marlene's Tips For Guitar Pl...

It's great to have love songs in your guitar repertoire, especially with Valentine's Day just around the corner! In this episode Marlene shares 3 simple love songs for you to play on your guitar.  Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coaching Sessions Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success  book Thursday Tips blog Thank you to our sponsor! GatorCo....

The NAMM Show (National Association of Music Merchants) has a history of showcasing innovative new music products and services - and this year did not disappoint! In this episode Marlene shares the cool new guitars, accessories and technology she spotted at the recent 2024 NAMM Show.  Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coaching Sessions Marlene's Ti...

Jam-uary, get it? Jam in January! Playing guitar with others is a great way to have fun while improving your skills and finding one near you is pretty simple! In this episode Marlene shares what to look for in a jam session and websites to help you find one in your area. Episode link mentioned in the podcast: How to Jam with Your Friends/Create Your Own Jam Session Marlene's Guitar Courses & L...

Practice session optimization, making the most of your practice time, is easy when you map out a rocking game plan! In this episode Marlene talks about a rockin' game plan for your practice sessions. Episode links mentioned in the podcast: Maximizing Your Practice Sessions   6 Exercises to Improve Finger Strength & Dexterity   Tension Relieving Exercises For Guitarists Marlene's Guitar Courses...

It's a simple fact, practice makes you a better guitar player. More importantly, it's the habit or routine of practicing consistently that will help you the most.  In this episode Marlene talks about her 6 easy steps to setting a productive practice routine.  How to Set a Practice Routine episode  Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coaching Sessions...

Setting a resolution is half the battle, the other half is achieving it! And it's simple to do when you set yourself up for success.   In this episode Marlene tells you about her tips and secrets to help you successfully reach your 2024 guitar resolution! Episode link , the one Marlene talks about during this episode! Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day...

Tips For Guitar Playing Success is a popular podcast created to help new, emerging and intermediate guitar players boost their playing skills and knowledge with Marlene's easy tips, tricks and ideas.

It's that time of year to reflect on the past and think about the future, and the perfect time to think about setting a guitar playing resolution for 2024! In this episode Marlene shares her 15 guitar resolution ideas & her secrets for marking it happen. Episode Links: 15 Guitar New Year's Resolution Ideas Setting AND Keeping Your Goals How to Play Auld Lang Syne Midnight Songs for New Year's...

To celebrate the 200th episode here's the top 5 episodes since Tips For Guitar Playing Success launched on April 9, 2020. See if some of your favorites are among the most popular! In this episode Marlene talks about the 5 most popular episodes of all time and the inspiration for their topics/themes. Plus, here's the links to those episodes in case you'd like to listen (or re-listen) to them. #5 li...

Mariah Carey's popular song All I Want For Christmas is You has become a seasonal favorite and it's a blast to play on guitar! In this episode Marlene talks about the song's background and her playing recommendations to help you learn how to play this fun tune! For Guitar Gifts That ROCK, go to Sweetwater.com Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coach...

Have you ever heard Christina Aguilera's hit song What a Girl Wants? If so, then you've heard one of the many prolific songs created by Shelly Peiken. And for anyone interested in songwriting, you don't want to miss this show filled with her expertise, tips, fun stories and so much more! In this episode Marlene chats with her special guest Shelly Peiken, hit songwriter and author of Confessions of...

Carol of the Bells is a popular holiday song that sounds amazing on acoustic guitar and it's a beautiful way for you to 'ring' in the season! In this episode Marlene walks you through how to play this instrumental holiday favorite on your acoustic guitar. Get Cyber Week Deals Now at Sweetwater.com Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coaching Sessions...

Over the River and Through the Wood is a Thanksgiving anthem that's fun to play on guitar, plus playing it using tablature adds a fun challenge. In this episode Marlene describes how to play 2 different tab versions of this seasonal favorite - so you can take your pick! Black Friday Deals Now at Sweetwater.com Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coac...

These 10 must-have guitar player gift ideas are great to share with your family and friends!  In this episode Marlene talks about guitar accessories and technology that make great holiday presents!  Black Friday Deals Now at Sweetwater.com Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coaching Sessions Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success  book Thursday T...

Ya'll want to play some new country songs? Here's 3 tunes by 3 popular country artists, Dustin Lynch, Lainey Wilson & duo Dan & Shay for you to strum and sing!   In this episode Marlene shares 3 current chart topping country songs that ya'll can play on your guitar  Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coaching Sessions Marlene's Tips For Guit...

Marc Seal, talented guitar player, recording artist, instructor and promotional specialist for companies like Guitar Center and Taylor Guitars, shares his journey to creating a sustainable living doing what he loves, plus he shares playing tips and his original music.  In this episode Marlene chats with her friend Marc Seal about his guitar journey. He also talks shares bar chord and picking tips,...

Now is the perfect time to play Halloween themed songs on your guitar. These popular tunes are from Spotify's 2022 Top 10 Halloween Songs - and it's scary how much fun you'll have playing them! In this episode Marlene talks about This is Halloween, Time Warp & Somebody's Watching Me, including their backgrounds and playing recommendations.  Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Le...

This is a beautiful song with gorgeous guitar music including picking, strumming and back beats that you can play to bring this song to life on your guitar. In this episode Marlene talks about the song's background, as well as her tips for creating the guitar magic.  Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coaching Sessions Marlene's Tips For Guitar Play...

Continuing with the Aloha spirit, here's 3 beautiful Hawaiian songs for you to play on your acoustic guitar - and don't fret (ha, ha), no slack key skills needed for these songs! In this episode Marlene shares 3 popular Hawaiian songs, 2 made famous by the Hawaiian artist known as IZ and 1 by Ziggy Marley.  Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coachin...

There's a beautiful style of guitar music you'll hear in the Hawaiian Islands called Slack Key Guitar - Ki ho 'alu (loosen the key) in Hawaiian. But what is it and how is it played? In this episode Marlene describes the distinct characteristics of this style and how you can play slack key on your guitar.   Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coaching...

Flat picks are commonly used in guitar playing, but did you know you can play with a thumbpick too? And they won't going flying off when you're playing! In this episode Marlene shares how to choose, wear and play guitar with thumbpick. Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources  Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!   Coaching Sessions Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success  book Thursday Tips...