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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.
Episodes
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Happy Halloween! In today’s festive episode, we’re diving into the classic hit "Monster Mash." Marlene will share the story behind this spooky song and break down how to play it using just four simple chords.
Stick around, because she'll play it for you at the end of the episode. Get ready to add some fun to your Halloween celebrations!
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Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
YoGuitar 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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#Halloween #Halloweensongs #MonsterMash #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Get ready to celebrate Halloween with a country twist! Here's three hauntingly fun country songs to play on guitar that will have you tapping your boots and getting into the Halloween spirit!
In this episode, Marlene dives into the spooky spirit of the season as she explores Howlin' at the Moon by Hank Williams, Bones by Little Big Town, and Monster's Holiday by Buck Owens.
Links for past Halloween episodes that Marlene mentioned:
October 26, 2023
October 27, 2022
October 21, 2021
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Our next community jam session is 11/20, don't miss out!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
YoGuitar Video Library
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.com
Available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#Halloween #Halloweensongs #spooktacularsongs #Halloweencountrysongs #HowlinattheMoon #Bones #MonstersHoliday #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
A hygrometer can help you monitor both humidity and temperature in your guitar’s environment, but what should you do if those levels aren’t ideal?
In this episode Marlene describes various solutions, including in-room humidifiers, guitar case humidifiers, and even a hybrid option that combines the best of both worlds.
Here's the link for the Hygrometer episode Marlene mentioned
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Our next community jam session is 10/22, don't miss out!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
YoGuitar Video Library is NOW Available!
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.com
Available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#humidifier #guitarhumidity #guitarcasehumidifier #hygrometer #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
In some locations the trees are changing and the air is crisp, signs that fall has arrived. Why not celebrate the season with some autumn themed songs?
In this episode Marlene will dive into three familiar fall inspired songs that are perfect to play on guitar!
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Our next community jam session is 10/22, don't miss out!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
YoGuitar Video Library is NOW Available!
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.com
Available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#fallsongs #autumnsongs #HarvestMoon #Moondance #HarvestTime #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Bar chords can be both fun and challenging to play, that's why it's important to learn effective strengthening techniques that will prepare your fingers, hands, wrists and forearms for this essential guitar skill.
In this episode Marlene describes her latest Yo-Guitar video focused on strengthening those body parts to help you improve your bar chord abilities.
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Our next community jam session is 9/25, don't miss out!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
YoGuitar Video Library is NOW Available!
Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!
Coaching Sessions
Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book
Thursday Tips blog
Here's the Martin Guitar link
Thank you to our sponsor!
GatorCo.com
Also available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#barchords #guitaryoga #yoga #YoGuitarYogaforGuitarists #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Get all the latest Tips For Guitar Playing Success news and insights including upcoming episodes and other guitar happenings!
In this month's newsletter Marlene describes October's new episodes, plus she'll describe a beautiful new Martin Guitar design, and more!
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Our next community jam session is 9/25, don't miss out!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
YoGuitar Video Library is NOW Available!
Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!
Coaching Sessions
Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book
Thursday Tips blog
Here's the Martin Guitar link
Thank you to our sponsor!
GatorCo.com
Also available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#Octobernewsletter #newsletter #GuitarTipsCommunity #guitaryoga #yoga #YoGuitarYogaforGuitarists #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Sep 26, 2024
Thursday Sep 26, 2024
Guitar posture is your body's frame while you're holding your guitar and good guitar posture can make a difference in your music and comfort.
In this episode I'll describe good guitar posture, some Yo-Guitar videos that can help you and posture improving ideas.
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Our next community jam session is 10/23, don't miss out!
Marlene's Social Media Links
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Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
YoGuitar Video Library NOW Available!
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.com
Also available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#guitarposture #guitarergonomics #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Do you know the humidity level in the room where your guitar lives? What about in it's case? Learn how to accurately measure the humidity levels using a simple hygrometer.
In this episode Marlene will dive into why humidity matters and how to measure it with her review of 5 easy-to-use hygrometers.
Start Your YoGuitar Video Library Free 7-day Trial TODAY!
Join our Guitar Tips Community TODAY!
Our next community jam session is 9/25, don't miss out!
Here's the humidity episode link that Marlene talked about
Marlene's Social Media Links
Instagram Facebook YouTube
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
YoGuitar Video Library NOW Available!
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.com
Also available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#hygrometer #guitarhumidity #humidity #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Get ready to rock out this September with three fantastic songs featuring "September" in the title and lyrics. Spoiler alert: one of these tunes is a breeze to play, while the other two offer more of a challenge.
In this episode, Marlene will explore the backstory of each song and share her expert playing recommendations to help you tackle them all!
AND - you can play them with other guitarists at the GTC jam session on 9/25!
Start Your YoGuitar Video Library Free 7-day Trial TODAY!
Join our Guitar Tips Community TODAY!
Our next community jam session is 9/25, don't miss out!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
YoGuitar Video Library NOW Available!
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.com
Also available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#September #SeptemberSongs #WakeMeUpWhenSeptemberEnds #SeptemberGrass #ALonelySeptember #GuitarTipsCommunity #guitaryoga #yoga #YoGuitarYogaforGuitarists #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
YoGuitar is transforming guitar players' practice routines and playing sessions with its focus on reducing tension and enhancing flexibility!
In this episode, Marlene introduces 8 videos from the YoGuitar Library and shares glowing feedback from guitarists who have experienced these positive effects firsthand.
Start Your Free 7-day YoGuitar Video Library Trial!
Join our Guitar Tips Community TODAY!
Our next community jam session is 9/25, don't miss out!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
YoGuitar Video Library NOW Available!
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.com
Also available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#GuitarTipsCommunity #guitaryoga #yoga #YoGuitarYogaforGuitarists #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast
Credits:
Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson
This podcast was made possible in part by:
Gator Cases
I Create Sound - For help getting your best sound go to www.icreatesound.com