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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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10 hours ago
Beautiful Easter Songs For Guitar!
10 hours ago
10 hours ago
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
How to Spring Clean Your Guitar
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
Play Traditional Irish Songs For St. Patrick's Day!
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
How Balance Movements Can Improve Your Playing!
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
March Newsletter, Upcoming Episodes & More!
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
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
3 Leap Songs to Play on Leap Day!
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Leap Day only comes around every 4 years, so how about some leap themed songs to play on your guitar? Go ahead, take the leap!
In this episode Marlene talks about how to play 3 leap songs, Leap of Faith, Jump and Quantum Leap, and some fun Leap Day facts!
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
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Decoding Practice Excuses
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Are you finding that you're coming up with excuses not to practice? If so, then take a look at what's really behind the excuses.
In this episode Marlene talks about 3 common practice excuses, what's behind them and how to overcome them.
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
#guitarpractice #practiceexcuses #whyIdonotpracticeguitar #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 Feb 15, 2024
Show Your Guitar Some Guitar TLC!
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Guitar TLC, tender loving care, is essential for a long and healthy playing life. Here's what you need to know and do!
In this episode Marlene talks about climate conditions, how they effect your guitar and how to create the perfect environment.
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
#TLC #guitarcare #temperaturehumdityforguitars #guitarhumidifier #hygrometer #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 Feb 08, 2024
3 Easy Love Songs for Guitar
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
It's great to have love songs in your guitar repertoire, especially with Valentine's Day just around the corner!
In this episode Marlene shares 3 simple love songs for you to play on your guitar.
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
#3lovesongs #ValentinesDay #February14th #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 Feb 01, 2024
New Guitars & Gadgets at NAMM 2024
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
The NAMM Show (National Association of Music Merchants) has a history of showcasing innovative new music products and services - and this year did not disappoint!
In this episode Marlene shares the cool new guitars, accessories and technology she spotted at the recent 2024 NAMM Show.
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
#NAMMShow #NAMM #GatorCases #MartinGuitar #PositiveGrid #MusicNomad #G7thcapos #Kysercapos #ErnieBallStrings #Yamaha #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