Beginner Guitar Academy

Beginner Guitar Academy

Weekly episodes to help beginner guitarists take the confusion out of learning and the pain out of practising the guitar.

Recent Episodes

April 19, 2024

178 - Introduction To Open Tunings

In this podcast episode, I dive into the world of open tunings. I provide a clear definition of open tunings, explain their benefits, and share popular artists and songs that use open tunings. Furthermore, I walk listeners t…
April 12, 2024

177 - Top 5 Acoustic Guitar Riffs

In this episode, I count down the top 5 acoustic guitar riffs, offering insights and tips on mastering each one. From Bob Marley's "Redemption Song" to Johnny Cash's "I Walk the Line," these riffs are perfect for beginners a…
April 5, 2024

176 - Acoustic Guitar 101

Welcome to the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast episode 176. In this episode, host Paul Andrews takes a deep dive into all things acoustic guitar. He discusses the origins and evolution of the acoustic guitar, iconic players …
March 29, 2024

175 - How Many Guitars Do You Actually Need

In this episode, I delve into a common question among guitarists: "How many guitars do you actually need?" I share insights on why guitarists own multiple instruments, the disadvantages of owning many guitars, and the averag…
March 22, 2024

174 - Understanding The Circle Of 5ths

In this week's episode 'Understanding the Circle of 5ths', I break down this important concept in a way that demystifies the complexities of this essential theory. I provide a step-by-step explanation of the circle, how it r…
March 15, 2024

173 - 10 Easy Songs To Learn On Guitar

In this week's episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, I share 10 easy songs for beginners to learn on the guitar. From classic hits like "Under Pressure" by Queen and David Bowie to "Come As You Are" by Nirvana, I w…