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288 - The Most Inspiring Music Films Every Guitarist Should Watch

In this episode, Paul Andrews wraps up "Movie May" by sharing a handpicked list of the most inspiring music films every guitarist should watch. He delves into the lessons musicians and guitarists can learn from each movie—cov...

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288 - The Most Inspiring Music Films Every Guitarist Should Watch
May 28, 2026

288 - The Most Inspiring Music Films Every Guitarist Should Watch

In this episode, Paul Andrews wraps up "Movie May" by sharing a handpicked list of the most inspiring music films every guitarist should watch. He delves into the lessons musicians and guitarists can learn from each movie—cov...
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287 - 5 Classic Movie Guitar Scenes
May 22, 2026

287 - 5 Classic Movie Guitar Scenes

Welcome to the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast! This week’s episode is a celebration of the greatest guitar movie scenes in honour of Movie May. Paul shares iconic film moments that have inspired countless players to pick up ...
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286 - How To Start Recording Yourself As A Guitarist
May 15, 2026

286 - How To Start Recording Yourself As A Guitarist

In this episode, Paul Andrews breaks down the essential steps for beginner guitarists to start recording themselves. He addresses common fears, explains why self-recording is one of the best ways to improve, and shares low-co...
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285 - From The Vault: 10 Great Guitar Documentaries (Part 2)
May 8, 2026

285 - From The Vault: 10 Great Guitar Documentaries (Part 2)

In this second part of a two-part series, Paul Andrews dives into five more inspiring guitar documentaries as part of "Movie May." Whether you're seeking motivation or want to deepen your knowledge of the guitar, these docume...
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284 - From The Vault: 10 Great Guitar Documentaries
May 2, 2026

284 - From The Vault: 10 Great Guitar Documentaries

Paul Andrews kicks off May with an episode full of inspiration, diving into five must-watch guitar documentaries that every guitarist should check out. He also introduces the Movie May challenge for the Beginner Guitar Academ...
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283 - Should You Practice Guitar Faster Than You Can Play?
April 25, 2026

283 - Should You Practice Guitar Faster Than You Can Play?

Main Topic: Should you sometimes practice faster than you can actually play to improve speed? Inspired by a community question from Rob Tyler Discussion of "functional overload" and parallels to sports training (running, weig...
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How to Jam Musically Using Just One Scale (Even If You Feel Stuck)
Jan. 10, 2026

How to Jam Musically Using Just One Scale (Even If You Feel Stuck)

If you’ve ever thought…“I know the scale… so why doesn’t this sound like music?”…you’re not alone.This is one of the most common frustrations guitarists have, and it has nothing to do with…

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The Basic 8 Guitar Chords Every Beginner Should Know
Nov. 15, 2025

The Basic 8 Guitar Chords Every Beginner Should Know

Are you just starting your guitar journey and wondering which chords you absolutely need to know? This week’s episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast with Paul Andrews is your perfect guide!He breaks down the “Basic Eight&rdqu…

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Level Up Your Guitar Skills: Mastering the C to G Chord Change
Oct. 17, 2025

Level Up Your Guitar Skills: Mastering the C to G Chord Change

Are you struggling to switch smoothly between the C and G chords? If so, you’re not alone—this iconic chord change trips up guitar beginners everywhere and can feel like a real roadblock on your musical journey. In Episode 256 of the B…

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