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Learn how to quickly boost your guitar playing skills with these easy tips, tricks and helpful hints from successful guitarist, instructor, author and producer, Marlene Hutchinson. Known for her popular Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! program, as seen by millions on PBS, and featured on NPR and CBS, Marlene has a wonderfully simple way of helping you move through your challenges and advance your guitar playing skills.
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Thursday Oct 23, 2025
Thursday Oct 23, 2025
Exciting news... the Yo-Guitar Video Library just keeps growing. There are more than 28 unique practices for you to explore - plus, 2 brand-new videos dropping this month!
In this episode, Marlene describes the latest additions - a video that helps you boost your creativity and another that's great for singers and anyone wanting to breathe a little easier.
You'll learn how these practices can support your guitar playing, and creative musical journey!
Previous episode Marlene talks about: How Balance Can Improve Your Guitar Playing
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Don't miss out, our next jam session is October 22nd!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
Yo-Guitar Video Library
Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!
Coaching Sessions
Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book
Thursday Tips blog
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#YoGuitar #yogaforguitarists #balanceyogaposes #throatchestyogaposes #yogaforsingers #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Thursday Oct 16, 2025
What do you think of when you hear the words bends and slides? You might think of a "bend" as part of your workout routine, or a "slide" like a baseball player diving into home plate—but on the guitar, bends and slides are techniques that add emotion to your playing.
In this episode, Marlene breaks down what bends and slides are, how to play them, and why they’re such a cool (and not-too-difficult!) way to level up your musical style!
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Don't miss out, our next jam session is October 22nd!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
Yo-Guitar Video Library
Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!
Coaching Sessions
Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book
Thursday Tips blog
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#guitarbends #guitarslides #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
No time like the present to prep for your Halloween gigs!
In this episode, Marlene shares 13 Halloween themed songs – a mix of musical tricks and treats - for you to explore on your guitar. Pick your favorites and lock in your setlist of tunes for those haunting parties or Halloween jams!
Song Episode Links:
Monster Mash, Witchy Woman
Nightmare Before Christmas, Time Warp, Somebody's Watching Me
Howlin' at the Moon, Bones, Monster's Holiday
Harvest Moon, Deadman's Party, Not Dead Yet
Bad Moon Rising
Werewolves of London
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Don't miss out, our next jam session is October 22nd!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
Yo-Guitar Video Library
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Coaching Sessions
Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book
Thursday Tips blog
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#Halloween #Halloweensongs #13Halloweensongsfor guitar #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
It’s officially fall, and that means crisp air, changing leaves, and music that captures the season’s mood.
In this episode, Marlene dives into the beautiful song Autumn Leaves by Ed Sheeran. She will talk about the inspiration behind the song, and she'll share her tips for playing this seasonal tune. You’ll probably fall (pun intended!) in love with this song!
Want to hear this song? Here's the official YouTube video for Autumn Leaves
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Don't miss out, our next jam session is October 22nd!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
Yo-Guitar Video Library
Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!
Coaching Sessions
Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book
Thursday Tips blog
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Thank you to our sponsor!
GatorCo.com
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@YouTube @applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify
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#fall #autumn #AutumnLeaves #EdSheeran #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
Are you ready to replace those worn-out nylon strings but not sure where to start?
In this episode, Marlene breaks down a simple, step-by-step process for changing nylon guitar strings. With her five easy steps, you’ll be able to change your own strings—and in no time at all, you'll be back to playing!
Link to the Remove Strings & Clean/Polish Guitar episode
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Don't miss out, our next jam session is October 22nd!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
Yo-Guitar Video Library
Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!
Coaching Sessions
Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book
Thursday Tips blog
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GatorCo.com
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#changenylonguitarstrings #nylonguitarstrings #stringchanging #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Ever heard of the Nashville Number System and wondered what it’s all about?
In this episode, Marlene breaks down exactly what it is, why it's useful, and how you can start using it to play music more confidently—especially when playing with others. She'll even walk you through easy examples so you can begin playing it today!
Link to the Chord Progressions episode
Start Your Free 7-day Yo-Guitar Video Library Trial!
Join our Guitar Tips Community!
Don't miss out, our next jam session is October 22nd!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
Yo-Guitar Video Library
Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!
Coaching Sessions
Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book
Thursday Tips blog
Facebook Instagram X (Twitter) YouTube
Thank you to our sponsor!
GatorCo.com
Available on...
@YouTube @applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify
@spotifypodcasts
#NashvilleNumberSystem #chordprogressions #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Unwinding tension and stress from your mind & body before diving into your guitar playing session can make a huge difference. A Restorative Yoga practice is just the thing to make that happen!
In this episode, Marlene talks about the essence of Restorative Yoga and introduces you to the newest Yo-Guitar video, a relaxing Restorative Yoga practice to help you ease into your guitar playing.
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Don't miss out, our next jam session is September17th!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
Yo-Guitar Video Library
Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!
Coaching Sessions
Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book
Thursday Tips blog
Facebook Instagram X (Twitter) YouTube
Thank you to our sponsor!
GatorCo.com
Available on...
@YouTube @applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify
@spotifypodcasts
#yoga #YoGuitar #yogaforguitarists #restorativeyoga #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
It's that time again...for a dose of themed music! This month we're diving into songs inspired by the month of September.
In this episode, Marlene talks about a couple of September songs, their backgrounds and her playing recommendations.
YouTube links Marlene talked about in this episode!
September by Daughtry
September by Corb Lund
September by Earth, Wind & Fire
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Join our Guitar Tips Community!
Don't miss out, our next jam session is September17th!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
Yo-Guitar Video Library
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Coaching Sessions
Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book
Thursday Tips blog
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Thank you to our sponsor!
GatorCo.com
Available on...
@YouTube @applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify
@spotifypodcasts
#September #Septembersongs #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
One of the most popular topics on this podcast show is the great debate: acoustic vs electric guitars. And if you've ever wondered what sets them apart, then this episode is for you!
In this episode, Marlene will break down the key similarities and differences between acoustic and electric guitars to help you understand and appreciate both.
Link to the previous AG vs. EG episode Marlene talked about!
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Join our Guitar Tips Community!
Don't miss out, our next jam session is September17th!
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Coaching Sessions
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Thursday Tips blog
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#acousticguitar #electricguitar #acousticverseselectricguitar #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
When it comes to country music, y’all don’t need a million fancy chords to strum along. In fact, there are just a handful that show up over and over again.
In this episode, Marlene will share 7 go-to chords and point out some classic country tunes where ya’ll can hear (and play) ’em loud and proud!
Link ya'll might like to mosey over to!
Mastering I - IV - V Chord Progressions
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Join our Guitar Tips Community!
Don't miss out, our next jam session is 17th!
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Thursday Tips blog
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#7countrymusicchords #7guitarchords #countrymusic #easycountrysongs #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com