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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 Apr 25, 2024
Thursday Apr 25, 2024
Should you play a guitar with nylon strings or steel strings? That depends on both your sound preferences and playing style - and your fingers!
In this episode Marlene breaks down each string's uses and playability, as well as the core and winding materials, to help you decide!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!
Coaching Sessions
Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book
Thursday Tips blog
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We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate.
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#guitarstrings #ylonguitarstrings #steelguitarstrings #strings #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 Apr 18, 2024
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Here's a great way to celebrate both Earth Day (4/22) and Arbor Day (4/26), you can 'get into the woods' - the guitar woods that is!
In this episode Marlene discusses the unique tree species used in acoustic guitar construction for optimal sound and durability.
Link to the other episode Marlene mentioned!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
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
We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate.
Also available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#wood #tonewood #EarthDay #ArborDay #InternationalGuitarMonth #guitartreespecies #guitarconstruction #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 Apr 11, 2024
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Besides the sound, have you ever wondered what the differences are between an acoustic guitar and an electric guitar? And the similarities? Well wonder no more!
In this episode Marlene will do a quick rundown of both types of guitars; how they are related and their unique individual qualities.
Here's the link Marlene mentioned in this episode!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
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
We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate.
Also available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#acousticguitars #electricguitars #differencesandsimilarities #acousticsound #guitarsound #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 Apr 04, 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Discover the captivating journey of acoustic guitars, spanning from ancient echoes in 3500BC to the cutting-edge instruments of today!
Join Marlene as she unravels the fascinating evolution of the acoustic guitar in this enlightening episode.
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
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
We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate.
Also available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#historyofacousticguitar #acousticguitar #historicallyspeaking #AntonioTorresluthier #MartinGuitar #TaylorGuitars #fanbracing #Xbracing #Vbracing #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
Monday Apr 01, 2024
Monday Apr 01, 2024
Get all the latest Tips For Guitar Playing Success news and insights including upcoming episodes and other guitar happenings!
In this Newsletter Marlene describes April's 4 International Guitar Month themed episodes, plus she talks about a cool acoustic guitar exhibit she experienced (an you should too) in Scottsdale, AZ!
Musical Instrument Museum link
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
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
We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate.
Also available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#Newsletter #April2024 #InternationalGuitarMonth #MIM #MusicalInstrumentMuseum #howto #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 Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Celebrate Easter Sunday, March 31st by adding a musical touch to your festivities with your guitar. Here's a couple of themed songs that will resonate with one and all.
In this episode Marlene will share two timeless Easter themed songs that are beautiful when played on guitar - and they're easy too!
Other Easter themed episode links: 4/14/22 & 4/6/23
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
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
We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate.
Also available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#Easter #Eastersongs #JoyfulJoyfulWeAdoreThee #MorningHasBroken #LaurynHill #CatStevens #March31st #howto #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 Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
It's spring here in the Northern Hemisphere and it's the perfect time to give your guitar some extra attention and care!
In this episode Marlene will share her 8 step 'spring cleaning' your guitar guide.
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
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
We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate.
Also available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#springclean #guitarcare @guitarmaintenance #spring #springhassprung #howto #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 Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Luck of the Irish! Faith and begorrah! You can easily learn to play a couple of traditional Irish folk songs and perform them at your St. Patrick's Day festivities!
In this episode Marlene will share the stories behind two beloved Irish songs and give you playing tips to help you make these songs your own!
Previous St Patrick's Day songs episodes:
3/11/21 & 3/16/23
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
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
We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate.
Also available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts
#Irish #Irishsongs #StPatricksDay #March17th #Irishfolksongs #MollyMalone #WhiskeyinaJar #LuckoftheIrish #Faithandbegorrah #howto #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 Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Balance movements (and even your playing mistakes) can help improve your guitar playing - and it's easy to do!
In this episode Marlene will talk about the science behind this concept and share simple balance movements you can do before you play!
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
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
We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate.
Available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts @podbean
#balancemovements #balanceimprovesguitar #beingabetterguitarplayer #howto #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 Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
NEW! Get all the latest Tips For Guitar Playing Success news and insights including upcoming episodes and guitar related happenings!
In this March Newsletter Marlene will describe the 4 episodes dropping this month, plus she'll share some fun ways to get musically inspired - so stay tuned!
Women's History Month, Female Guitarist Episode Links:
Sheryl Crow, Orianthi & KaKi King
Joan Jett, Melissa Etheridge & Muriel Anderson
Nancy Wilson, Bonnie Raitt & Joni Mitchell
Sister Rosita Sharpe & Peggy Jones 'Lady Bo'
Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources
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
We are a Sweetwater.com affiliate.
Available on...
@applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify @spotifypodcasts @podbean
#LeapDay #February29th #LeapYear #leapsongs #jump #VanHalen #LeapofFaith #BruceSprinsteen #QuantumLeapthemesong #howto #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