Episodes

In this week's episode, I dive into the topic of "How to play without looking" - a common question among beginner guitarists. I share valuable insights on when to start playing without looking, the importance of developing good technique, and the benefits of playing without constantly looking at your hands. I also provide practical tips for honing your picking and fretting hands, emphasizing the gradual progression toward playing without looking. If you've ever wondered about this aspect of g...

In this episode, I share seven tried and tested tips to make 2024 your best year for learning guitar. With valuable insights and practical advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take their guitar playing to the next level in the coming year.

We have reached the end of the 365-day practice challenge, so this week's episode is a check-in to see how you did and tie it all up.

In this week's episode, I continue my countdown of the top 5 most downloaded episodes of the podcast in 2023.

In this week's episode, I count down the top 5 most downloaded episodes of 2023. I cover insights on mastering foundational chords, overcoming common beginner challenges, and delve into the significance of pentatonic scales in rock and blues music.

In this week's episode, I go through everything you need to know to FINALLY understand guitar chords.

In this episode, we delve into the diverse world of guitar playing, exploring various styles that have shaped the musical landscape, from the intricate fingerstyle of classical guitar to the soulful bends of blues. So, keep listening if you are stuck in a rut or want to broaden your musical horizons.

With Christmas fast approaching, this episode is about gifts for guitar players. I will run you through the best gifts for that guitar player in your life or for your own Christmas list.

In this week's episode, we are taking a trip into the vault and dusting off episode 116; 'learn faster, with the rule of three' which will get you learning quicker with less frustration. Sound good?

In this week's podcast episode, I walk you through Beginner Guitar Academy Level Two. If you are a Level One student and wondering what is coming up, or a Level Two student looking for some tips, then this episode is for you.

Welcome to the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast! In this episode, I delve into an intriguing article by Rolling Stone magazine that ranks the top guitarists throughout history. This has sparked controversy and discussions within the guitar community. Join me as I dive into the greatest guitarists of all time and discover who claims the title.

In this week's episode, we're diving into the world of rock guitar gear. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you find the right gear for rocking out.

In this week's episode, we'll explore the rich history of rock music, from its humble beginnings to the present day. We'll delve into the pioneers who shaped the genre, the iconic styles like the British Invasion, and even the bands carrying the rock flame into the 21st century.

In this week's episode, I take you through ten easy rock songs that all beginner guitarists should know.

We are kicking off our Rocktober series by looking at the guitar legends, including Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page & Eric Clapton and what we can learn from them to improve our guitar playing.

We are three-quarters of the way through the 365-day practice challenge, so today's episode is a check-in to see how you are going and prepare you for the final push.

Last week's podcast episode covered the basics of music theory but with it being such a broad topic, you may be wondering where to go next. That's why in this week's episode I cover exactly what to study and in what order.

If you want to understand music, you need to understand music theory, which is why, in this episode, I'm taking you through some music theory basics to help get you going and give you a solid foundation.

In this week's episode, we are taking a trip into the vault and dusting off episode 10 of the podcast to help improve your practice with isolation. So, if you want to speed up your progress, take a listen.

If there is one condition that all guitarists suffer from it's GAS. In this week’s episode, I am going to give you some ideas to help relieve this condition and help you live a normal life.

This week's episode is the audio from a recent live Q&A we did in the academy; we cover how to speed up your picking, get your fingers more flexible and improve your palm muting, among other things.

This episode is the second in a two-part series going through ten great guitar documentaries. So if you want to be inspired and motivated to play guitar, keep listening.

I love a good documentary, and a good documentary can be both inspiring and motivating, and that's why this episode is the first in a two-part series going through ten great guitar documentaries.  So if you want to be inspired and motivated to play guitar, keep listening.

So practice is essential to become better at guitar, so it stands to reason that the more you practice, the better you become, right? Well, no, not exactly, and I will tell you why in this episode.